HI SB2695

Requires drivers to stop and remain stopped for pedestrians in crosswalks when a pedestrian is upon, entering, or within one lane of the driver's half of the roadway, and prohibits proceeding until the pedestrian has cleared the lane of travel and any adjacent lane.

Increases crosswalk violation fines from $150 to $250 for first offenses, $300 to $500 for second offenses within one year, and $1,000 to $1,500 for third and subsequent offenses.

Doubles all penalties, including fines and license revocations, for crosswalk violations occurring within school zones.

Expands the offense of negligent injury in the second degree to include causing bodily injury to a vulnerable user by negligent vehicle operation, in addition to the existing standard requiring substantial bodily injury.

Takes effect January 1, 2027.