HI HCR211

Urges the Department of Accounting and General Services and Department of Human Resources Development to collaboratively evaluate options for subsidizing public transportation costs for state employees.

Cites Hawaii's policy goal to decarbonize the economy by 2045 and achieve zero fossil fuel emissions in transportation as rationale for reducing vehicle miles traveled through public transit incentives.

Notes an existing pilot program allows full-time executive branch employees to deduct bus pass costs pre-tax, which could be expanded to offer more generous incentives and include temporary and part-time employees.

Identifies that state employees currently receive indirect subsidies through below-market-rate workplace parking at state facilities, and proposes redirecting such support toward public transportation.

Requires certified copies be transmitted to the Governor, Lieutenant Governor, Comptroller, Director of Transportation, Chief Energy Officer, and other state officials and commissions.