HI SR102

Requests the Hawaii Department of Transportation (HDOT) to include incentives for alternative fuel vehicles in the Hawaii Road Usage Charge (HiRUC) demonstration program, such as discounts or rebates.

Addresses the loss of gasoline tax revenue caused by increasing adoption of electric, hybrid, and hydrogen-powered vehicles, which has reduced transportation infrastructure funding.

Recognizes that alternative fuel vehicle owners may oppose the road usage charge since they currently avoid gasoline taxes, and incentives could reduce their resistance to the new charging system.

Supports Hawaii's renewable energy goal of generating 100 percent of energy from renewable sources by 2045 by promoting continued adoption of alternative fuel vehicles.

Suggests that incentives could be phased out over time as the road usage charge becomes established.