SCR 37: REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION AND department of public works of the county of maui TO COLLABORATE WITH THE KIHEI COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION IN THE PLANNING AND IMPLEMENTATION OF THE KIHEI MAUKA ROAD PROJECT.
- Session Year: 2025-2026
- House: Senate
- Latest Version Date: 2025-04-11
Current Status:
In Progress
(2025-04-21: Received notice of disagreement (Sen. Com. No. 846).)
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REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION AND department of public works of the county of maui TO COLLABORATE WITH THE KIHEI COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION IN THE PLANNING AND IMPLEMENTATION OF THE KIHEI MAUKA ROAD PROJECT.
REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION AND department of transportation of the county of maui TO COLLABORATE WITH THE KIHEI COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION IN THE PLANNING AND IMPLEMENTATION OF THE KIHEI MAUKA ROAD PROJECT.
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THIRTY-THIRD LEGISLATURE, 2025 |
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SENATE CONCURRENT
RESOLUTION
REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION AND department of public works of the county of maui TO COLLABORATE WITH THE KIHEI COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION IN THE PLANNING AND IMPLEMENTATION OF THE KIHEI MAUKA ROAD PROJECT.
WHEREAS, the Kihei Community Association, established in 1960, is a nonprofit organization led by an all-volunteer, elected board of directors, dedicated to promoting the development and maintenance of Kihei as a desirable residential community; and
WHEREAS, Kihei, a rapidly growing region in South Maui, faces significant transportation challenges, including frequent flooding and road closures that impact residents' daily commutes and overall quality of life; and
WHEREAS, the Kihei Community Association has been actively advocating for infrastructure improvements to address these challenges, emphasizing the need for alternative routes to enhance traffic flow and provide reliable transportation options; and
WHEREAS, the proposed Kihei Mauka Road aims to offer an alternative route to the frequently congested South Kihei Road, thereby improving traffic flow and providing a reliable transportation option for residents and visitors; and
WHEREAS, the Kihei Community Association has identified the completion of the North-South Collector Road, including the Kihei Mauka Road segment, as a priority for 2025, recognizing its potential to enhance connectivity and support smart growth in the community; and
WHEREAS, collaboration between the state and county and the Kihei Community Association is essential to ensure that the planning and implementation of the Kihei Mauka Road align with community needs and sustainable development principles; now, therefore,
BE IT RESOLVED by the Senate of the Thirty-third Legislature of the State of Hawaii, Regular Session of 2025, the House of Representatives concurring, that the Department of Transportation and Department of Public Works of the County of Maui are requested to collaborate with the Kihei Community Association in the planning and implementation of the Kihei Mauka Road project; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that this collaboration include regular consultations with the Kihei Community Association to incorporate community feedback, address environmental concerns, and ensure the project aligns with the Kihei-Makena Community Plan; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that certified copies of this Concurrent Resolution be transmitted to the Director of Transportation, Director of Public Works of the County of Maui, and President of the Kihei Community Association.
DOT; Department of Public Safety of the County of Maui; Kihei Community Association; Infrastructure; Kihei Mauka Road project
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SENATE CONCURRENT
RESOLUTION
REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION AND department of transportation of the county of maui TO COLLABORATE WITH THE KIHEI COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION IN THE PLANNING AND IMPLEMENTATION OF THE KIHEI MAUKA ROAD PROJECT.
WHEREAS, the Kihei Community Association (KCA), established in 1960, is a nonprofit organization led by an all-volunteer, elected board of directors, dedicated to promoting the development and maintenance of Kihei as a desirable residential community; and
WHEREAS, Kihei, a rapidly growing region in South Maui, faces significant transportation challenges, including frequent flooding and road closures that impact residents' daily commutes and overall quality of life; and
WHEREAS, the KCA has been actively advocating for infrastructure improvements to address these challenges, emphasizing the need for alternative routes to enhance traffic flow and provide reliable transportation options; and
WHEREAS, the proposed Kihei Mauka Road aims to offer an alternative route to the frequently congested South Kihei Road, thereby improving traffic flow and providing a reliable transportation option for residents and visitors; and
WHEREAS, the KCA has identified the completion of the North-South Collector Road, including the Kihei Mauka Road segment, as a priority for 2025, recognizing its potential to enhance connectivity and support smart growth in the community; and
WHEREAS, collaboration between state and county transportation departments and the KCA is essential to ensure that the planning and implementation of the Kihei Mauka Road align with community needs and sustainable development principles; now, therefore,
BE IT RESOLVED by the Senate of the Thirty-third Legislature of the State of Hawaii, Regular Session of 2025, the House of Representatives concurring, that the Department of Transportation and Department of Transportation of the County of Maui are requested to collaborate with the Kihei Community Association in the planning and implementation of the Kihei Mauka Road project; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that this collaboration include regular consultations with the KCA to incorporate community feedback, address environmental concerns, and ensure the project aligns with the Kihei-Makena Community Plan; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that certified copies of this Concurrent Resolution be transmitted to the Director of Transportation, Director of Transportation of the County of Maui, and President of the Kihei Community Association.
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DOT; Department of Transportation of the County of Maui; Kihei Community Association; Infrastructure; Kihei Mauka Road project
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| Apr 21, 2025 | Received notice of disagreement (Sen. Com. No. 846). |
| Apr 21, 2025 | Senate disagrees with House amendments. |
| Apr 21, 2025 | Received from House (Hse. Com. No. 773). |
| Apr 17, 2025 | Transmitted to Senate. |
| Apr 17, 2025 | Adopted with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Amato, Belatti, Cochran, Garrett, Ichiyama, Perruso, Quinlan excused (7). |
| Apr 17, 2025 | Reported from FIN (Stand. Com. Rep. No. 2132), recommending adoption. |
| Apr 16, 2025 | The committee on FIN recommend that the measure be PASSED, UNAMENDED. The votes were as follows: 14 Ayes: Representative(s) Yamashita, Takenouchi, Grandinetti, Holt, Hussey, Keohokapu-Lee Loy, Kusch, Lamosao, Lee, M., Miyake, Morikawa, Templo, Alcos, Reyes Oda; Ayes with reservations: none; 0 Noes: none; and 1 Excused: Representative(s) Kitagawa. |
| Apr 14, 2025 | Scheduled for decision making on Wednesday, 04-16-25 2:00PM in conference room 309 VIA VIDEOCONFERENCE. |
| Apr 11, 2025 | Report adopted; referred to the committee(s) on FIN as amended in HD 1 with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Cochran, Garcia, Matayoshi excused (3). |
| Apr 11, 2025 | Reported from TRN (Stand. Com. Rep. No. 2054) as amended in HD 1, recommending referral to FIN. |
| Apr 10, 2025 | The committee on TRN recommend that the measure be PASSED, WITH AMENDMENTS. The votes were as follows: 7 Ayes: Representative(s) Kila, Grandinetti, Evslin, Kitagawa, Miyake, Muraoka, Pierick; Ayes with reservations: none; Noes: none; and 2 Excused: Representative(s) Cochran, La Chica. |
| Apr 7, 2025 | Resolution scheduled to be heard by TRN on Thursday, 04-10-25 10:00AM in conference room 430 VIA VIDEOCONFERENCE. |
| Apr 4, 2025 | Referred to TRN, FIN, referral sheet 28 |
| Apr 3, 2025 | Received from Senate (Sen. Com. No. 490). |
| Apr 3, 2025 | Report and Resolution Adopted. Transmitted to House. |
| Apr 2, 2025 | One Day Notice 04-03-25. |
| Apr 2, 2025 | Reported from TCA (Stand. Com. Rep. No. 1607) with recommendation of adoption. |
| Mar 25, 2025 | The committee(s) on TCA recommend(s) that the measure be PASSED, UNAMENDED. The votes in TCA were as follows: 4 Aye(s): Senator(s) Lee, C., Elefante, Kanuha, DeCorte; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 1 Excused: Senator(s) Inouye. |
| Mar 21, 2025 | The committee(s) on TCA has scheduled a public hearing on 03-25-25 3:20PM; Conference Room 224 & Videoconference. |
| Mar 12, 2025 | Re-Referred to TCA. |
| Mar 11, 2025 | Referred to TCA/EIG. |
| Mar 6, 2025 | Offered. |
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| Apr 16, 2025 | The committee on FIN recommend that the measure be PASSED, UNAMENDED | House Standing Committee on Finance |
Passed |
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| Apr 10, 2025 | The committee on TRN recommend that the measure be PASSED, WITH AMENDMENTS | House Standing Committee on Transportation |
Passed |
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| Mar 25, 2025 | The committee(s) on TCA recommend(s) that the measure be PASSED, UNAMENDED | Senate Standing Committee on Transportation and Culture and the Arts |
Passed |
This list shows positions taken on this bill by organizations on the date displayed, which is linked to the original source.
Positions by individuals are not included.
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| Department of Transportation | ** Support | |
| Hawaii Department of Transportation | *** Support | Apr 10, 2025 |
| Kihei Community Assoc (KCA) | *** Support | Mar 25, 2025 |
| Kihei Community Assoc. (KCA) | *** Support | Apr 10, 2025 |
| Kihei Community Association | ** Support | |
| Kihei Community Association | *** Support | Mar 25, 2025 |
STAND. COM. REP. NO. 2132
Honolulu, Hawaii
, 2025
RE: S.C.R. No. 37
H.D. 1
Honorable Nadine K. Nakamura
Speaker, House of Representatives
Thirty-Third State Legislature
Regular Session of 2025
State of Hawaii
Madame:
Your Committee on Finance, to which was referred S.C.R. No. 37, H.D. 1, entitled:
"SENATE CONCURRENT RESOLUTION REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION AND DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS OF THE COUNTY OF MAUI TO COLLABORATE WITH THE KIHEI COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION IN THE PLANNING AND IMPLEMENTATION OF THE KIHEI MAUKA ROAD PROJECT,"
begs leave to report as follows:
As affirmed by the record of votes of the members of your Committee on Finance that is attached to this report, your Committee concurs with the intent and purpose of S.C.R. No. 37, H.D. 1, and recommends its adoption.
Respectfully submitted on behalf of the members of the Committee on Finance,
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____________________________ KYLE T. YAMASHITA, Chair |
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STAND. COM. REP. NO. 2054
Honolulu, Hawaii
, 2025
RE: S.C.R. No. 37
H.D. 1
Honorable Nadine K. Nakamura
Speaker, House of Representatives
Thirty-Third State Legislature
Regular Session of 2025
State of Hawaii
Madame:
Your Committee on Transportation, to which was referred S.C.R. No. 37 entitled:
"SENATE CONCURRENT RESOLUTION REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION AND DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION OF THE COUNTY OF MAUI TO COLLABORATE WITH THE KIHEI COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION IN THE PLANNING AND IMPLEMENTATION OF THE KIHEI MAUKA ROAD PROJECT,"
begs leave to report as follows:
The purpose of this measure is to request the Department of Transportation and Department of Transportation of the County of Maui to collaborate with the Kihei Community Association in the planning and implementation of the Kihei Mauka Road project.
Your Committee finds that the Kihei Community Association has long served as a vital voice for South Maui residents, advocating for infrastructure improvements to address traffic congestion and flooding. As Kihei continues to grow, these issues increasingly threaten residents' quality of life and public safety. This measure urges collaboration between state and county departments and the Kihei community to prioritize the Kihei Mauka Road project an essential link in the North-South Collector Road that would improve traffic flow, increase emergency access, and support sustainable development in the region.
Your Committee has amended this measure by:
(1) Changing all references of the Department of Transportation of the County of Maui to the Department of Public Works of the County of Maui;
(2) Changing its title to make technical amendments; and
(3) Making technical, nonsubstantive amendments for the purposes of clarity, consistency, and style.
As affirmed by the record of votes of the members of your Committee on Transportation that is attached to this report, your Committee concurs with the intent and purpose of S.C.R. No. 37, as amended herein, and recommends that it be referred to your Committee on Finance in the form attached hereto as S.C.R. No. 37, H.D. 1.
Respectfully submitted on behalf of the members of the Committee on Transportation,
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____________________________ DARIUS KILA, Chair |
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STAND. COM. REP. NO. 1607
Honolulu, Hawaii
RE: S.C.R. No. 37
Honorable Ronald D. Kouchi
President of the Senate
Thirty-Third State Legislature
Regular Session of 2025
State of Hawaii
Sir:
Your Committee on Transportation and Culture and the Arts, to which was referred S.C.R. No. 37 entitled:
"SENATE CONCURRENT RESOLUTION REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION AND DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION OF THE COUNTY OF MAUI TO COLLABORATE WITH THE KIHEI COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION IN THE PLANNING AND IMPLEMENTATION OF THE KIHEI MAUKA ROAD PROJECT,"
begs leave to report as follows:
The purpose and intent of this measure is to request the Department of Transportation and Department of Transportation of the County of Maui to collaborate with the Kihei Community Association in the planning and implementation of the Kihei Mauka Road project.
Your Committee received testimony in support of this measure from the Kihei Community Association and two individuals.
Your Committee finds that the Kihei Community Association (KCA), a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting the development and maintenance of Kihei, has been advocating for infrastructure improvements, emphasizing the need for alternative routes to enhance traffic flow and provide reliable transportation options. Your Committee further finds that Kihei has been unable to accommodate the community growth in recent years and is facing significant transportation challenges. KCA has identified construction priorities to alleviate traffic congestion, including the completion of the Kihei Mauka Road. Your Committee concludes that collaboration between state and county transportation departments and KCA is essential to ensure that the planning and implementation of the Kihei Mauka Road align with community needs and sustainable development principles.
As affirmed by the record of votes of the members of your Committee on Transportation and Culture and the Arts that is attached to this report, your Committee concurs with the intent and purpose of S.C.R. No. 37 and recommends its adoption.
Respectfully submitted on behalf of the members of the Committee on Transportation and Culture and the Arts,
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________________________________ CHRIS LEE, Chair |
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Testimony PDF
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| Apr 10, 2025 | SCR37_TESTIMONY_TRN_04-10-25_.PDF |
| Mar 25, 2025 | SCR37_TESTIMONY_TCA_03-25-25_.PDF |
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