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HI HCR188

Concurrent Resolution

Status

Introduced

3/10/2023

Primary Sponsor

Elle Cochran

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Origin

House of Representatives

2023 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Urges the Department of Transportation and Maui Metropolitan Planning Organization to restore Lahaina Bypass Phase 1C project to the Statewide Transportation Improvement Program
  • Lahaina Bypass Phase 1C is an extension from Keawe Street to Kaanapali that was included in the 2021 Statewide Transportation Improvement Program but removed in 2022
  • Maui receives 2.3 to 3.3 million visitors annually, approximately 25 percent of all visitors to Hawaii, creating significant strain on island transportation infrastructure
  • Project would reduce traffic congestion for West Maui residents and provide relief for emergency and medical access in the area
  • Completion is identified as critical for supporting future projects including West Maui hospital development and Department of Hawaiian Home Lands housing developments

Legislative Description

Urging The Department Of Transportation And Maui Metropolitan Planning Organization To Restore The Lahaina Bypass Phase 1c Project To The Statewide Transportation Improvement Program.

Department of Transportation

Last Action

The committee(s) on TRN recommend(s) that the measure be deferred.

3/28/2023

Committee Referrals

Transportation3/15/2023

Full Bill Text

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