HI HCR153

Urges all Hawaii counties (Honolulu, Hawaii, Kauai, and Maui) to develop an option allowing state residents to pay motor vehicle registration taxes and fees on a pro-rated semiannual basis instead of in a lump sum.

Cites that low-income individuals face financial hardship paying registration taxes and fees in full, and the inability to pay can create cycles of debt with mounting penalties and delinquent fees.

Notes that households spend an average of $9,826 annually on transportation (second only to housing), and motor vehicles are essential for work and daily activities.

Requests transmission of the resolution to county mayors, council chairpersons, and relevant motor vehicle registration administrators across all four counties.