StateHawaii

HB 2021: RELATING TO TRANSPORTATION.

Darius KilaIntroduced

HB 2021 status: Introduced — Act 259, 07/15/2026 (Gov. Msg. No. 1362) (updated Jul 15, 2026).

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What this bill does

Overall score

Score75/100 civic fit
RiskModerate risk
ImpactModerate impact 65/100

Bill summary

Official

Establishes safe riding behaviors for electric bicycles. Prohibits the operation of high-speed electric devices in certain locations. 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" fo...

Key analysis

Constitutionality85%
Bipartisan70%
Public opinion75%
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Impact analysis

Environment

Positive Outlook
70%

Benefits

  • Promotes standardized safety for eco-friendly micro-mobility
  • Reduces regulatory barriers for e-bike adoption

Risks

  • Restrictions on device use may discourage some users

Economy

Mixed / Neutral
50%

Benefits

  • Clarifies vehicle taxation definitions

Risks

  • Potential costs for compliance with labeling requirements

Society

Positive Outlook
75%

Benefits

  • Increases child safety via helmet mandates
  • Establishes clearer safety rules for pedestrians and riders

Risks

  • Enforcement of age restrictions may be challenging
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How trustworthy & consequential it is

Source

OpenStates

Confidence

low

low

Analysis status

OpenStates summary

Warning

Seizure of non-conforming devices creates potential for property rights disputes

Limitation

Analysis is based on an abstract; full statutory text was not reviewed

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Where it stands

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Introduced

Current

Act 259, 07/15/2026 (Gov. Msg. No. 1362).

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Committee

Upcoming
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Floor

Upcoming
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Governor

Upcoming
5

Enacted

Upcoming
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