HB 1213 Summary

• Authorizes each county in Hawaii to regulate and control the number of rental motor vehicles operating within its jurisdiction.

• Amends Section 46-1.5 of the Hawaii Revised Statutes by adding "and the number of rental motor vehicles" to paragraph (11) regarding county powers over motor vehicle common carriers.

• Addresses environmental concerns by enabling counties to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from ground transportation and petroleum dependency through rental vehicle regulation.

• Takes effect upon approval by the governor.