RELATING TO TRANSPORTATION.
Sponsored By: Glenn Wakai (Democratic)
In Committee
Summary
Transfers the jurisdiction of the Motor Carrier Law from the Public Utilities Commission to the Department of Transportation. Transfers the jurisdiction of the Water Carrier Act from the Public Utilities Commission to the Department of Transportation. Makes conforming amendments. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/2027.
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Bill Overview
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Sponsors & Cosponsors
Sponsor
Glenn Wakai
Democratic • Senate
Cosponsors
Stanley Chang
Democratic • Senate
Mike Gabbard
Democratic • Senate
Joy A. San Buenaventura
Democratic • Senate
Roll Call Votes
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Actions Timeline
Re-Referred to TRS, CPN/WAM.
1/21/2026SenateCarried over to 2026 Regular Session.
12/8/2025The committee on TCA deferred the measure.
2/11/2025SenateThe committee(s) on TCA deferred the measure until 02-11-25 3:02PM; CR 224.
2/6/2025SenateThe committee(s) on TCA has scheduled a public hearing on 02-06-25 3:00PM; Conference Room 224 & Videoconference.
2/3/2025SenateReferred to TCA, CPN/WAM.
1/27/2025SenateIntroduced and passed First Reading.
1/23/2025SenatePending Introduction.
1/21/2025Senate
Bill Text
Original
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