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• HB 656 by Thompson relating to law enforcement policies regarding the issues of citations for misdemeanors
• is relating to the limitations on the Look it but applicability of certain statues to a high real speed
• The fire marshal and certain other county peace officers to issue citations for certain violations, changing

Keywords: 1184, house, all

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• This has to do with speed measurement devices... This has to do with speed measurement devices.
• The typical life of a speed measurement device, whether it's radar or laser, is 15 years.
• It's the same thing where it says numerical arrest, citations, or violation quotas will not be used as

Summary: The Joint Select Committee on Collective Bargaining met to hear impasse presentations from the Department of Management Services and several bargaining units. The department reported that most articles had been resolved in each of the full-book contracts, with remaining disputes centered largely on wages and a handful of non-economic issues. For the FDLE special agents, security services, law enforcement, Florida Highway Patrol, and Florida State Fire Service units, the state described its wage offers as generally a 2% competitive increase plus a 3% special pay increase, along with various bonuses, retention funds, or career-development funding in some units. The department also said it wanted to keep existing language on work schedules, seniority, grooming, equipment, grievance procedures, and other items, often characterizing its changes as housekeeping or alignment with current practice. The department noted that insurance had been agreed to with no increased employee cost, and it confirmed that correctional officers do receive overtime pay. Representatives for the Florida State Fire Service Association strongly disputed the state’s position, arguing that firefighters should not be required to perform major construction work, that their work schedules and on-call/callback arrangements unfairly suppress overtime, and that wildfire and fire-rescue employees are underpaid and underprotected. They also pressed for better compensation for EMT/paramedic-certified firefighters, additional protective clothing, on-site decontamination and shower/laundry facilities, and stronger cancer-prevention language. The association said the state had not bargained in good faith and urged the committee to support the union’s proposals. The Police Benevolent Association’s Florida Highway Patrol unit focused on wages and a career development plan, saying troopers remain underpaid compared with other states and are leaving for better-paying agencies. It also sought a veteran stipend, broader grooming/tattoo language, safety improvements for high-mileage vehicles, and changes to seniority and inflation-related pay. The PBA law enforcement unit raised similar safety concerns about aging vehicles, sought limits on performance evaluations tied to case presentations, and requested a $7,000 across-the-board wage increase. The security services unit, representing correctional officers, probation officers, and ISS officers, said its main issue was wages and asked for an $8-per-hour starting pay increase, retention bonuses, special pay for death row and close-management staff, added pay for SOTEC officers, and overtime pay for lieutenants and captains who currently receive comp time instead. No votes were taken, no public testimony followed, and the committee adjourned after taking the presentations under advisement.

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• We're currently looking at adopting new technology tools, both non-AI-based and AI-based, to speed some
• State Bar of California appointees required to appear: Item 1B, the appointment of Laura Enderton Speed
• Enderton Speed, you will have the opportunity to provide one to two minutes for your opening testimony
• Chair of the State Bar Board of Trustees, here to ask your support for Executive Director Anderson Speed
• Enderton Speed. Again, the executive director sets the tone.

Summary: The Senate Committee on Rules first took up several governor’s appointments not required to appear, including Rick Simpson to the Commission on Teacher Credentialing and Trinidad Solis, M.D., and Gerald Talbert, M.D., to the Medical Board of California. The committee also approved reference of bills to committees and floor acknowledgments, with roll calls on each item showing unanimous support from members present and the items left open for additional votes before final tallying. The main public business was the confirmation hearing for George Cardona, J.D., for a second term as Chief Trial Counsel of the State Bar of California. Cardona described reforms made since taking office, including new conflict-of-interest and gift rules, stronger investigative requirements, efforts to reduce backlog and improve efficiency, and monitoring of discipline disparities identified in prior studies. Senators questioned him about safeguards after the Girardi matter, the John Eastman discipline case, racial and ethnic disparities in attorney discipline, unauthorized practice of law by notarios, staffing shortages, and the use of AI in filings. Public witnesses from the State Bar, SEIU Local 1000, and others spoke in support. The committee voted 3-0 to advance Cardona’s appointment to the full Senate. The committee then heard Laura Enderton Speed, J.D., for Executive Director of the State Bar. She said her priorities would be restoring public trust, improving the discipline system, addressing the February 2025 bar exam problems, and strengthening fiscal stability and internal controls. Members asked about the State Bar’s structural budget deficit, the remote administration failures in the February exam, safeguards against undisclosed gifts and conflicts, and the status of audits and investigations. Supporters from the State Bar, the civil defense bar, SEIU Local 1000, and a longtime colleague testified in favor. The committee approved her appointment 5-0 to move to the full Senate. At the end of the meeting, members also approved the remaining governor’s appointments and procedural items, and the chair thanked Senator Jones for his service on the committee before adjourning the public portion.

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• We're currently looking at adopting new technology tools, both non-AI-based and AI-based, to speed some
• State Bar of California appointees required to appear, item 1B, the appointment of Laura Enderton Speed
• Enderton Speed, you will have the opportunity to provide one to two minutes for your opening testimony
• Enderton's speed and would only point out in our interactions with her, she has shown real accessibility
• Enderton's speed. Again, the executive director sets the tone.

Summary: The Senate Committee on Rules established a quorum and first approved several items without required appearances, including the appointments of Rick Simpson to the Commission on Teacher Credentialing and Trinidad Solis, M.D., and Gerald Talbert, M.D., to the Medical Board of California, along with references of bills to committees and floor acknowledgments. The committee then heard testimony on two State Bar of California appointments requiring appearance: George Cardona, J.D., for Chief Trial Counsel, and Laura Enderton Speed, J.D., for Executive Director. Cardona described his first four years as chief trial counsel, emphasizing reforms after the Girardi matter, including stronger conflict-of-interest and gift rules, tighter trust-account investigations, more data tracking, and efforts to reduce case backlogs and discipline disparities. Senators questioned him about the John Eastman disbarment case, the office’s role and jurisdiction, racial and Latino discipline disparities, unauthorized practice of law by notarios, staffing vacancies, and the use of AI in pleadings and internal work. Public witnesses from the State Bar, SEIU Local 1000, and others supported his confirmation, and the committee voted 3-0 to advance his appointment to the full Senate. Enderton Speed said she sought the executive director role to help restore public trust, strengthen discipline and admissions, and address the February 2025 bar exam problems. Senators asked about the State Bar’s budget deficit, hiring freeze, long-term fiscal stability, the bar exam audit and litigation, safeguards against conflicts and gifts, and the decision to move the February exam largely remote before returning to in-person administration for July. Public witnesses also supported her confirmation, citing leadership, accessibility, and a focus on core functions. The committee voted 5-0 to advance her appointment to the full Senate. The meeting ended with remarks honoring Senator Jones on his final day on the committee and a cake presentation before adjournment to executive session.

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• ,<00:41:29.440> 24% likely to get traffic citations, 24% likely to get traffic citations,
• <03:16:46.319> like always going to do the speed limit. like always going to do the speed
• That is a class 3's top speed.
• electric moped, or a low-speed scooter. electric moped, or a low-speed scooter.
• to<04:31:53.279> 20 average speed, legal speed up to 20 average speed, legal speed up to 20

Keywords: 1189, house, all

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• However, with the speed at which genetic medicine is moving and the fact that we have been successful
• Um, in instances where a minor receives a traffic citation, this would be to provide notice to the parent
• I guess I'd say to that circumstance, you know, a kid gets a speeding ticket and has to appear in court

Bills: SB324, HB395, HB222, HB310, HB285, HB144, HB251, HB380

Keywords: parole, pardons, paroles board, board of pardons and paroles, Alabama criminal justice, sentencing reform, prison reform, reentry, recidivism, risk assessment, validated risk and needs assessment, supervision, probation, parole denial, parole reconsideration, medical parole, violent offense, nonviolent offense, law enforcement member, board appointments

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• They rarely get out of their vehicles, they don't write any citations or warnings, they don't arrest
• According to testimony and citation of law. Reservists.
• Typical triggers include nighttime worker lane closures, long-term or complex traffic shifts, high-speed
• For that investment, we see three things: one, reduced speeds; two, improved compliance; and three, safer
• The leading causes of these tragedies, as stated, are speeding and distracted driving.

Keywords: 1185, senate, all

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• We're currently looking at adopting new technology tools, both non-AI-based and AI-based, to speed some
• Enderton Speed, you will have the opportunity to provide one to two minutes for your opening testimony
• Chair of the State Bar Board of Trustees here to ask your support for Executive Director Anderson Speed
• Enderton's speed.
• Enderton Speed.

Keywords: 987, senate, all

Summary: The Senate Rules Committee first established a quorum and then approved several non-appearing gubernatorial appointments, including Rick Simpson to the Commission on Teacher Credentialing and Trinidad Solis, M.D. and Gerald Talbert, M.D. to the Medical Board of California. The committee also approved reference of bills to committees and floor acknowledgments, with all of those items receiving unanimous 5-0 votes. The main public business was the confirmation hearing for George Cardona, reappointed as Chief Trial Counsel of the State Bar of California. Cardona described reforms made in response to the Girardi scandal, including stronger conflict-of-interest and gift rules, improved auditing and investigative procedures, efforts to reduce discipline disparities, and steps to address a growing backlog amid staffing vacancies and rising complaints. Senators questioned him about Girardi-related safeguards, backlog and funding pressures, discipline disparities affecting Black and Latino attorneys, unauthorized practice of law by notarios, and the State Bar’s use of AI; public witnesses from the State Bar, SEIU Local 1000, and others testified in support. The committee advanced Cardona’s appointment to the full Senate on a 3-1 vote, with Senator Jones withholding support. The committee then heard Laura Enderton Speed’s confirmation as Executive Director of the State Bar. She emphasized fiscal stability, public trust, and operational improvements, and said the Bar is addressing the troubled February 2025 remote bar exam through audits, internal investigations, and a forthcoming recommendation to the Supreme Court on the exam’s future. Senators asked about the budget deficit, the bar exam failures, conflict-of-interest safeguards after Girardi, and how the Bar is preparing for future fee and staffing pressures. Supporters from the State Bar Board of Trustees, SEIU Local 1000, the California Defense Counsel, and a colleague testified in favor, and the committee approved her appointment to the full Senate on a 5-0 vote. The meeting concluded with thanks and a farewell to Senator Jones, who was leaving the committee, followed by a cake presentation and adjournment of the public portion.

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• INCLUDE AUTOMATING FORMS, ACCELERATING AND SUPPLYING DATA COLLECTION FOR PRIOR AUTHORIZATION IN SPEEDING
• AI IS HELPING INSURERS BUILDS MELODIC SMARTER INTERNAL ACCURACY AND SPEED USING AI TO DETECT COMMON BILLING
• ERRORS IN REAL-TIME WHICH WOULD HOPEFULLY PROVIDE US TO CORRECT THOSE ON THE FRONT END, WHICH MIGHT SPEED
• ADVANCEMENTS IN THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE LARGE LANGUAGE MODEL AND CHAT GPT WHICH THEY WILL GIVE YOU A CITATION

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• You don't always need your wipers working at full speed when it's raining out.
• But this bill does not address whether or not it's okay to use delay at the slowest speed.
• You don't always need your wipers working at full speed when it's raining out.
• You don't always need your wipers working at full speed when it's raining out.
• You don't always need your wipers working at full speed when it's raining out.

Keywords: 928, house, all

Summary: The committee first heard House Bill 758, which would establish a study committee on airport operation hours and possible noise abatement measures, including whether New Hampshire should prohibit departures between midnight and 6 a.m. The sponsor said the committee would examine the pros and cons and consult stakeholders. The Bureau of Aeronautics testified neutrally, noting that New Hampshire has 25 public airports, 12 with federal funding and grant assurances that may require them to remain open during those hours, and that cargo operations, including at Manchester, commonly occur overnight. Members also discussed existing noise abatement programs and how mitigation is determined by noise contours and FAA funding decisions. No vote was taken; the chair closed the hearing after testimony. The committee then heard House Bill 489, allowing voluntary emergency workers to use rear-facing blue lights on private vehicles when responding to emergencies. The sponsor said the bill corrects an oversight in existing law, would not cost the state or towns money, and would improve visibility and safety, especially in rural areas. Supportive testimony from a volunteer responder emphasized that blue lights help cut through fog, snow, and nighttime conditions, and that the bill would only add a single rear-facing blue light to existing red, amber, and white emergency lighting. The New Hampshire State Police opposed the bill, arguing that expanding blue lights to private vehicles would confuse the public and desensitize drivers to blue lights, which are associated with law enforcement. The hearing closed without action. Finally, the committee took up House Bill 533, which the sponsor and State Police clarified is actually two separate changes: one authorizing civilian automotive equipment inspectors to assist with vehicle inspection work, and another expanding language in motor carrier enforcement to include new entrant safety audits and compliance reviews. The State Police explained that civilian inspectors are hired and trained through the department and that any findings of state-law violations would be referred to troopers; they also said the new motor carrier language was requested to satisfy federal audit concerns about right of entry. The New Hampshire Motor Transport Association said it had no position if the civilian inspectors were not doing commercial truck inspections, but would oppose the bill if they were. Members asked about the difference between audits and compliance reviews, and the State Police said audits are for newer carriers and are non-enforcement, while compliance reviews look for violations. The chair then closed the hearing on HB 533. After a brief reset, the committee opened House Bill 594, which would repeal an alternate definition of “way” for the driving-after-suspension statute. The sponsor said the change was requested by the Department of Justice. Representative Erica Leon opposed the repeal, explaining that the prior language was intended to avoid criminalizing people who mow lawns or perform similar work near property edges while suspended, but she worried the repeal could create a loophole allowing driving on places like highway medians. Members questioned whether the issue was limited to mowing or broader vehicle use on property edges, and Leon said she would work with agencies to clarify the language so it protects lawful mowing without allowing misuse. No vote was taken in the portion provided.

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• <00:59:14.280> that's to just find this the citation that's to just find this the citation
• The retention rule we have a separate one for traffic warnings and traffic citations.
• If you're issued a traffic citation in New Hampshire, technically that's no different than an arrest.
• The retention rule we have a separate one for traffic warnings and traffic citations.
• The retention rule we have a separate one for traffic warnings and traffic citations.

Keywords: 1189, house, all

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• So I don't think we have any incredible speed readers.
• Jeff Kulamay from the Legal Division, just to follow up with the citation as promised. The time...
• Hulamay from the Legal Division, just to follow up with the citation as promised at the time, but just
• And I do want to just corroborate what Assembly Member Hafen said regarding the speed of licensure.

Keywords: 909, all

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• large change at HB 1259 is that we're going to adopt the CD1 that incorporates the 10 mph current speed
• large change at HB 1259 is that we're going to adopt the CD1 that incorporates the 10 mph current speed
• this one is to move ahead adopting the HD2 but removing lines 12 through 15 with respect to EPA citation
• recommendation is to move ahead adopting the HD2 but removing lines 12 through 15 with respect to EPA citation

Keywords: 910, house, all

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• Additionally, it includes a timeline for filing the intent to protest a contract or a bid, to just speed
• A contract or a bid to just speed things up a little bit. Thank you, sir.
• independently verified this, but I'll... not independently verified this, but I'll be happy to do the MLA citation

Bills: SB36, SB39, SB40, SB12, SB29, SB121, SB131, SB12

Keywords: competitive bidding, procurement, disclosure statements, state contracts, contract protest, board governance, occupational licensing, Sunset Law, public accountability, training requirements, SB40, Houston/Hunter Act, firearm hold agreement, gun storage, temporary firearm storage, firearms dealer, federal firearms licensee, FFL, civil immunity, gun owner

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• Our next up, we have our former chair over here and on Tab 2 for SB 350, unlawful speed.
• chairman said, the 3.50, authorizes motor vehicle to operate in the flooded are inundated street. >> And speed
• We've seen vehicles plowed through a flooded roads at very high speeds.
• or an expressway, including interest ramps, Texas ramps and interchanges regardless of the posted speed
• is along a freeway, including entrance ramps, exit ramps and interchanges regardless of the posted speed

Keywords: 999, senate, all

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• HB 1964, by the recommendations of the speed task force, creates funding and training by the SBCC to
• um by the recommendations of the speed um by the recommendations of the speed task<00:48:10.320>
• We're also asking to basically sort of put a citation phase back in.
• We are also asking to basically sort of put a citation phase back in.
• of the speed task force uh<01:45:57.120> and<01:45:57.920> uh<01:45:58.160> 1725

Keywords: 910, house, all

Summary: The committee heard testimony on several bills, with most measures drawing either support or comments rather than opposition. HB 2395, relating to taking marine deposits for research, education, management, or propagation, received support from the University of Hawaii and DLNR. HB 2585, relating to agricultural tourism, drew broad support for its intent to keep agritourism secondary to farming, but agencies and farm groups raised concerns about enforcement, county authority, and the rebuttable presumption language. Testifiers included OPSD, the Agribusiness Development Corporation, Hawaii Farm Bureau, a small farm operator, and others, with some urging clearer definitions, simpler registration, and protections for bona fide farms and hosted farm stays. HB 1728, on rainwater catchment systems, was supported in principle by DLNR, which cited drought conditions and said it deferred to counties and the Department of Health on safety and regulation. HB 1881, which would prohibit passenger ropeways on mountain lands, drew strong support from community testifiers who said it would help prevent development disguised as agritourism and protect forests and country lands. HB 1990, establishing penalties and possible foreclosure for unresolved zoning violations, received comments from the Attorney General recommending removal of AG references and more county-centered enforcement, while the Hawaii Association of Realtors warned the 30-day timeline could create problems for absent or unaware homeowners. The committee also heard HB 1712, which would expand and make permanent certain seats on the State Building Code Council. The Plumbers and Fitters union supported the bill, but BIA Hawaii requested amendments to add “licensed contractor” language, and architects and other professionals opposed the measure, arguing that increasing the council from 12 to 15 voting members would make it less efficient and harder to reach quorum. Finally, HB 2151, relating to hempcrete, was supported by a Kauai workforce development advocate and the Hawaii Farm Bureau, who said hempcrete could support agriculture, manufacturing, and affordable housing while reducing carbon and reliance on imported materials. No votes or final committee actions were taken in the portion of the meeting provided.

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• In 2025, youth services processed 258 citations, misdemeanor citations, that came through our office.
• Um, also at that a misdemeanor citation.
• :56.399> the<03:49:56.640> next other major citations are the next other major citations
• ><03:50:00.640> citations<03:50:01.199> of<03:50:02.160> uh process was uh 36 citations
• know unfortunately by the time citations know unfortunately by the time citations have<03:50:24.319

Keywords: 916, all

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• Uh, my question is just if the citation to the CFRs is enough or if we need to have a citation to the
• Um, so I think the citation to the federal CFR is okay for the time being, but he can probably answer
• Um, and that's why it wouldn't make sense to change the citation.
• Um, and then the change the citation.
• Explore the trades, but the investment necessary to get a new trade professional up to speed, properly

Keywords: 1189, house, all

Summary: The committee first approved the minutes and consent calendar, then took up several rule items. For Department of Safety rule 2611, DMV leadership explained the rule had been under development since January but needed to be updated to reflect a new statutory change and to align the rule with RSA 266. Members discussed narrowing the rule to road-safety items rather than automobile inspection provisions, and the department said it would issue a new public notice and hold another hearing. The committee voted to grant a waiver and postpone the item until the October 15, 2026 meeting. The Board of Active Puncture Licensing item 26-47 was postponed one month at the agency’s request so it could incorporate OS feedback, with no waiver needed. The Insurance Department’s claim settlement rule 25-234 and related item 26-78 drew more extensive discussion over waiver language. Committee members objected that the proposed language gave the commissioner broad discretion to set waiver periods without clear criteria, while agency counsel argued the rule already contained standards and that the language allowed temporary waivers. After discussion about consistency, permanency, and the need for clearer documentation, the committee voted to postpone 25-234 with a waiver and to postpone 26-78. Finally, the committee considered Health and Human Services rule 2690, which sets SNAP certification periods for a pilot demonstration authorized by SB 499. Staff explained that federal changes now require the age threshold for the 36-month certification period to be 65 instead of 60, and that the agency had been directed to make the change by August 12. Agency staff said the rule needed to be updated to match federal direction, and members generally agreed. The committee discussed whether the federal citation was sufficient and whether the rule should reference the law change directly, but no final objection was raised in the portion shown.

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• . >> Because what you said earlier, well, not like speeding or things like that, but right, because by
• official can't have any charges expunged. >> Correct. >> Because what you said earlier, well, not like speeding
• looking into is an antiquated process, uh, on one piece of this in which when we issue a traffic citation
• On one piece of this in which when we issue a traffic citation in law enforcement that we have to go

Keywords: 1136, house, all

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• Uh, if it's intended to prohibit high-speed electric devices, it should say that.
• Hernandez said, uh high-speed electric bicycle versus high-speed electric device, you can distinguish
• Uh, if it's intended to prohibit high-speed electric devices, it should say that.
• Hernandez said, uh high-speed electric bicycle versus high-speed electric device, you can distinguish
• Hernandez said, uh high-speed electric bicycle versus high-speed electric device, you can distinguish

Keywords: 910, house, all

Summary: The Transportation Committee met on February 5 and heard testimony on a long agenda of transportation-related bills. Early measures included HB 2392, which would create an employer tax credit for transportation demand management benefits; HB 2462, which would bar auto manufacturers and dealers from charging post-sale fees for already-installed hardware; and HB 2423, which would require diesel sold for on-road use to contain at least 5% biodiesel. HB 2392 drew support from the Oahu Metropolitan Planning Organization and one individual, with the Department of Taxation and the Tax Foundation offering comments. HB 2462 drew support from DCCA and one individual, while the Alliance for Automotive Innovation opposed it. HB 2423 drew comments from the Hawaii State Energy Office and Hawaii Farm Bureau, support from Pacific Biodiesel and the Hawaii Transportation Association, and a question from the chair about whether biodiesel is exported; the witness said production stays local. The committee also heard HB 1771 on voluntary carbon offsets for air travel, HB 2081 on requiring firefighters exempt from CDL rules to follow equivalent alcohol and substance abuse policies, HB 2334 on allowing the Department of Transportation to assume NEPA responsibilities for certain projects, and HB 2336 on DOT agreements with the Department of Defense for work at military installations using federal funds. HB 1771 drew comments from Life of the Land warning that carbon offsets are often unreliable and could create liability, while Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines offered comments. HB 2081 received support from DOT, county human resources offices, fire departments, and county officials, with the Hawaii Firefighters Association in opposition. HB 2334 was supported by DOT, and the director said other states using NEPA assignment can complete projects in about half the time. HB 2336 was supported by DOT, HIEMA, DBEDT’s military relations office, and the Hawaii Military Affairs Council; the committee discussed the administrative fee as a way to recover costs under an intergovernmental agreement. The most extensive testimony centered on HB 1666, which would limit new motor vehicle markups above 5% of MSRP and require recordkeeping. Multiple dealer groups and the Hawaii Automobile Dealers Association opposed it, arguing it would threaten dealership operations, especially in Hawaii’s high-cost market and for vehicles without an MSRP. The committee also heard HB 2375 on uniform towing and parking enforcement standards on state and leased lands, including notice, disability protections, payment safeguards, and public reporting; DLNR, DAGS, and several advocacy groups testified, with strong public support and concerns about towing practices and ADA compliance. HB 2415, which would appropriate funds for crosswalks near school properties, drew support from DOT, DOE, and the Hawaii Bicycling League, and the committee discussed how counties would request projects and how funding would be allocated. Finally, HB 2451, which would move Hawaii toward fare-free public transit beginning in 2027 and create a dedicated funding source through a petroleum tax increase, received broad support from DOT, the Energy Office, public health and advocacy groups, and many individuals; DOE testified that it currently uses about $2.1 million for student bus passes and that the program is tied to savings from inactive school bus routes.