HI HCR203

Requests the Public Utilities Commission to provide a written status update on implementing the Hawaii Electric Reliability Administrator (HERA), established by statute in 2012 to oversee electric system reliability standards and interconnection functions.

Notes that as of March 2026, HERA has not been fully implemented despite Act 201 (2022) requiring a comprehensive study on interconnection accessibility, and over 50% of renewable energy projects have been canceled before achieving commercial operations.

Identifies projected capacity shortfalls on Maui and Hawaii islands in 2028, with reliability contingency measures potentially requiring continued operation or life-extension of fossil fuel generating facilities.

Requires the Commission's status update to include: specific HERA functions committed to after Act 201, current implementation status, reasons for delays, and a forecasted timeline for full implementation.

Requests annual reports to the Legislature no later than 20 days before each regular session until HERA is fully implemented.