HI SB346

Amends Hawaii Revised Statutes Section 291C-26(c) to make siren use discretionary for authorized emergency vehicles when the audible signal is not reasonably necessary under the circumstances

Removes the provision allowing county ordinances to override state siren requirements, establishing a statewide standard

Exempts police vehicles from the discretionary siren rule, requiring them to continue using sirens as currently mandated

Addresses concerns about noise pollution in residential areas by permitting emergency vehicles to omit sirens in low-traffic situations such as nighttime responses on empty streets

Takes effect upon approval