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HI SB 2680

died on adjournment

RELATING TO TRANSPORTATION.

Hawaii · 2026 Regular Session · upper

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Did HI SB 2680 pass?

No. HI SB 2680 died when the 2026 Regular Session adjourned without final action on it. Bills that die this way are sometimes reintroduced in a later session. Latest recorded action (2026-02-05): The committee on TRS deferred the measure.

What is HI SB 2680 about?

Establishes safe riding behaviors for electric bicycles. Prohibits the operation of high-speed electric devices in certain locations. Beginning 12/31/2026, 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". 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 3 electric bicycle. Authorizes a person under the age of fourteen to operate class 2 electric bicycles under supervision. Prohibits a person from riding a class 3 electric bicycle on a sidewalk. Authorizes a person to ride a class 1 or class 2 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-driven cycle" with the term "motor scooter".

Who sponsors HI SB 2680?

RHOADS, ELEFANTE, KIM and 1 others are the primary sponsors of HI SB 2680.

Description

Establishes safe riding behaviors for electric bicycles. Prohibits the operation of high-speed electric devices in certain locations. Beginning 12/31/2026, 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". 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 3 electric bicycle. Authorizes a person under the age of fourteen to operate class 2 electric bicycles under supervision. Prohibits a person from riding a class 3 electric bicycle on a sidewalk. Authorizes a person to ride a class 1 or class 2 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-driven cycle" with the term "motor scooter".

Introduced
2026-01-23
Latest action
2026-02-05 — The committee on TRS deferred the measure.
Bill type
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Subjects

Sponsors

  • RHOADSprimary
  • ELEFANTEprimary
  • KIMprimary
  • LAMOSAOprimary

Committees

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Action timeline

Newest first

  1. 2026-02-05

    The committee on TRS deferred the measure.

    deferral

  2. 2026-02-02

    The committee(s) on TRS has scheduled a public hearing on 02-05-26 3:01PM; Conference Room 229 & Videoconference.

  3. 2026-01-28

    Referred to TRS, CPN/JDC.

    referral-committee

  4. 2026-01-26

    Passed First Reading.

    reading-1

  5. 2026-01-23

    Introduced.

    introduction

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https://capitol.hawaii.gov/session/measure_indiv.aspx?billtype=SB&billnumber=2680&year=2026

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