HI SCR148

Expresses strong legislative support for constructing a floating drydock at Pearl Harbor Naval Shipyard to expand capacity for servicing submarines and surface vessels.

Identifies the floating drydock as critical to strengthening national defense, supporting the Navy's Pacific Fleet maintenance and readiness operations, and reinforcing Hawaii's role as a key Pacific hub for naval operations.

Notes that Act 45, Session Laws of Hawaii 2019 previously authorized special purpose revenue bonds for Pearl Harbor Floating Drydock, LLC to construct the facility, though the bonds were never issued due to cost estimates exceeding the authorized amount.

Highlights expected economic benefits including job creation, workforce development, and investment in Hawaii's maritime and defense industries.

Directs transmission of certified copies to the President, Secretary of Defense, Secretary of the Navy, Commander of the Indo-Pacific Command, and Hawaii's congressional delegation.