HI HCR41

Urges the Public Utilities Commission to open a new proceeding regarding the removal of abandoned utility poles, double poles, and equipment in Hawaii.

Notes that Hawaiian Electric Company owns over 120,000 utility poles on Oahu and that thousands of derelict poles and lines exist across Hawaii neighborhoods, creating public safety hazards.

References the 2002 National Electrical Safety Code adopted by the PUC, which requires that abandoned lines and equipment be removed or maintained in safe condition.

Requests the Public Utilities Commission submit a status report on the proceeding to the Legislature no later than 20 days before the 2024 Regular Session convening.

Directs that certified copies be transmitted to the Public Utilities Commission and Hawaiian Electric Company leadership.