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HawaiiHB 20212025–2026 Regular Session (Year 2)HouseWALLET
RELATING TO TRANSPORTATION.
Sponsored By: Darius K. Kila (Democratic)
Signed by Governor
Summary
Establishes safe riding behaviors for electric bicycles. Prohibits the operation of high-speed electric devices in certain locations. Requires all public schools in the State to prohibit high-speed electric devices on public school campuses. Prohibits electric bicycles on elementary and middle or intermediate school campuses. Authorizes public high schools to require county registration and decals for any electric bicycle brought onto its premises and deny entry or require parent retrieval for an unregistered electric bicycle. Establishes labeling and signage requirements for electric bicycles. Prohibits the operation of a moped or electric motorcycle in certain locations. Amends the definition of "bicycle" for purposes of county vehicular taxes. Defines "electric bicycle" in place of "low-speed electric bicycle". Authorizes the seizure of non-road-legal, nonconforming electric bicycles and high-speed electric devices. Defines "electric micro-mobility device" and requires the same regulations as electric foot scooters. Prohibits a person under the age of sixteen from operating a class 2 or class 3 electric bicycle without direct supervision. Authorizes a person to ride an electric bicycle on a sidewalk under certain circumstances. Prohibits a person from operating a bicycle or electric foot scooter under the age of eighteen without a helmet. Repeals the requirement that moped drivers use bicycle lanes. Substitutes the term "motor scooter" with the term "motor-driven cycle". Effective 3/22/2075. (SD2)
Electric BicyclesElectric Micro-mobility DevicesRegulationElectric Mobility DevicesHigh-speed Electric DeviceElectric MotorcyclesTRS/EIG, JDC
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ADA mobility devices remain allowed
The law does not prohibit mobility devices covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act. People who use those devices can continue to use them.
High-speed devices barred from public places
People cannot operate high-speed electric devices in public places, including roads, bicycle lanes, paths, and sidewalks. A violation is a traffic infraction. For someone under 18, enforcement may involve a parent or guardian or use a non-monetary correction. County finance officials and police may seize devices that are not road-legal or do not meet state rules.
Counties update vehicle tax definitions
Each county must adopt and update vehicle-tax definitions in its ordinances every year. The law does not change tax rates or state that household tax bills will change.
E-bike registration and insurance costs
Each electric bicycle must be registered before it is used on a public road, sidewalk, or bicycle facility. Registration costs $30 per bicycle. A road-legal, permitted, and classified electric bicycle does not need insurance. Riding without registration can lead to a citation or temporary impoundment.
New limits on moped routes
The law removes the earlier requirement for mopeds to use bicycle lanes where provided. It also bars mopeds and electric motorcycles from bicycle lanes, bicycle paths, and other routes designated for bicycles. Electric motorcycles covered by this rule have two or three wheels and can exceed 28 miles per hour on level ground.
New rules for e-bike riders
Electric bicycles have working pedals and motors of no more than 750 watts. Riders under 16 may ride class 2 or 3 e-bikes only with direct supervision by an adult at least 18 who is close enough to watch and control the ride. Riders under 18 must wear a properly fitted helmet on public property, including when riding in an attached seat or trailer. Class 1, 2, and 3 e-bikes can use sidewalks at up to 10 miles per hour, except in business districts or where county rules restrict them. Riders must keep their wheels on the ground, face forward, and sit normally; unsafe riding is barred.
New rules for electric scooters
Electric micro-mobility devices can use bicycle lanes and paths, but riders must follow safety rules. Riders under 15 cannot use these devices on public roads or property, and riders under 18 must wear a helmet. Devices cannot carry another person, and riders must keep both hands free. At night, lights are required, and speeds cannot exceed 15 miles per hour. Rental providers must provide county rules and ensure renters under 18 wear helmets; counties must set storage or docking locations. Blue or blue-and-red lights are prohibited, except for listed government and law-enforcement vehicles.
Clearer electric bicycle labels
Manufacturers and distributors must label each electric bicycle with its class, top assisted speed, and motor wattage. Sellers must explain where the bicycle can be used and share key registration, equipment, helmet, and age rules. These disclosures help buyers understand the rules, while adding duties for sellers and makers. The Department of Transportation may fine them up to $500 per violation.
Sponsors & Cosponsors
Sponsor
Darius K. Kila
Democratic • House
Cosponsors
David Alcos III
Republican • House
Cory M. Chun
Democratic • House
Andrew Takuya Garrett
Democratic • House
Joe Gedeon
Republican • House
Tina Nakada Grandinetti
Democratic • House
Greggor Ilagan
Democratic • House
Matthias Kusch
Democratic • House
LA CHICA
Affiliation unavailable
Mike Lee
Democratic • House
M.
Affiliation unavailable
Lisa Marten
Democratic • House
Scot Z. Matayoshi
Democratic • House
Lauren Matsumoto
Republican • House
Tyson K. Miyake
Democratic • House
Ikaika Olds
Democratic • House
REYES ODA
Affiliation unavailable
Jackson D. Sayama
Democratic • House
Garner M. Shimizu
Republican • House
Gregg Takayama
Democratic • House
Jenna Takenouchi
Democratic • House
Adrian K. Tam
Democratic • House
David A. Tarnas
Democratic • House
Justin H. Woodson
Democratic • House
Roll Call Votes
Senate vote • 4/30/2026
Senate Floor Vote
Yes: 24 • No: 1
House vote • 4/30/2026
House Floor Vote
Yes: 51 • No: 0
Senate vote • 4/24/2026
The Conference committee recommends that the measure be PASSED, WITH AMENDMENTS....
Yes: 3 • No: 0
House vote • 4/24/2026
The Conference Committee recommends that the measure be Passed, with Amendments....
Yes: 3 • No: 0
Senate vote • 4/14/2026
Senate Floor Vote
Yes: 24 • No: 1
Senate vote • 4/1/2026
The committee(s) on JDC recommend(s) that the measure be PASSED, WITH AMENDMENT...
Yes: 3 • No: 1
Senate vote • 3/17/2026
The committee(s) on TRS recommend(s) that the measure be PASSED, WITH AMENDMENT...
Yes: 5 • No: 0
Senate vote • 3/17/2026
The committee(s) on EIG recommend(s) that the measure be PASSED, WITH AMENDMENT...
Yes: 4 • No: 0
House vote • 3/10/2026
House Floor Vote
Yes: 50 • No: 0
House vote • 2/26/2026
The committee on JHA recommend that the measure be PASSED, WITH AMENDMENTS. The ...
Yes: 8 • No: 0
House vote • 2/13/2026
Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on JHA...
Yes: 48 • No: 0
House vote • 2/10/2026
The committee on TRN recommend that the measure be PASSED, WITH AMENDMENTS. The ...
Yes: 8 • No: 0
Actions Timeline
Act 259, 07/15/2026 (Gov. Msg. No. 1362).
7/15/2026SenateAct 259, on 07/15/2026 (Gov. Msg. No. 1362).
7/15/2026HouseReceived notice of passage on Final Reading in House (Hse. Com. No. 882).
5/1/2026SenatePassed Final Reading as amended in CD 1 with Representative(s) Garcia, Iwamoto voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and none excused (0).
4/30/2026HousePassed Final Reading, as amended (CD 1). Ayes, 24; Aye(s) with reservations: none. Noes, 1 (Senator(s) Awa). Excused, 0 (none).
4/30/2026SenateReceived notice of Final Reading (Sen. Com. No. 803).
4/30/2026HouseTransmitted to Governor.
4/30/2026HouseReported from Conference Committee (Conf Com. Rep. No. 10-26) as amended in (CD 1).
4/28/2026HouseForty-eight (48) hours notice Thursday, 04-30-26.
4/28/2026HouseReported from Conference Committee as amended CD 1 (Conf. Com. Rep. No. 10-26).
4/28/2026Senate48 Hrs. Notice (as amended CD 1) 04-30-26
4/28/2026SenateThe Conference Committee recommends that the measure be Passed, with Amendments. The votes were as follows: 3 Ayes: Representative(s) Kila, Tarnas, Muraoka; Ayes with reservations: none; 0 Noes: none; and 0 Excused: none.
4/24/2026HouseThe Conference committee recommends that the measure be PASSED, WITH AMENDMENTS. The votes of the Senate Conference Managers were as follows: 3 Aye(s): Senator(s) Inouye, Wakai, Rhoads; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 0 Excused: none.
4/24/2026SenateReceived notice of Senate conferees (Sen. Com. No. 719).
4/22/2026HouseConference committee meeting scheduled for 04-24-26 9:30AM; CR 329.
4/22/2026SenateSenate Conferees Appointed: Inouye Chair; Wakai, Rhoads Co-Chairs.
4/21/2026SenateHouse Conferees Appointed: Kila, Tarnas Co-Chairs; Muraoka.
4/20/2026HouseReceived notice of appointment of House conferees (Hse. Com. No. 786).
4/20/2026SenateReceived notice of disagreement (Hse. Com. No. 780).
4/17/2026SenateHouse disagrees with Senate amendment (s).
4/16/2026HouseReport Adopted; Passed Third Reading, as amended (SD 2). Ayes, 24; Aye(s) with reservations: none. Noes, 1 (Senator(s) Awa). Excused, 0 (none). Transmitted to House.
4/14/2026SenateReturned from Senate (Sen. Com. No. 652) in amended form (SD 2).
4/14/2026HouseReported from JDC (Stand. Com. Rep. No. 3692) with recommendation of passage on Third Reading, as amended (SD 2).
4/9/2026Senate48 Hrs. Notice 04-14-26.
4/9/2026SenateThe committee(s) on JDC recommend(s) that the measure be PASSED, WITH AMENDMENTS. The votes in JDC were as follows: 3 Aye(s): Senator(s) Rhoads, Chang, San Buenaventura; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 1 No(es): Senator(s) Awa; and 1 Excused: Senator(s) Gabbard.
4/1/2026Senate
Bill Text
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