SB 1481 SD1

Hawaii Senate bill in Session 2026.

Status: failed. Latest action: February 26, 2025.

DOT; Motorcycle Instruction Permits; Basic Motorcycle Rider Course.

Bill ID HI-2026-SB-1481
Session 2026
Status failed
Committee TCA, JDC
Senate failed 2025-02-26
Transportation
Summary

Starting on July 1, 2026, requires all applicants for a motorcycle instruction permit to successfully complete a basic motorcycle rider course approved by the Department of Transportation before becoming eligible for the permit. Designates exemptions for certain drivers on an enclosed training course. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1)

Sponsor
Ronald D. Kouchi
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Actions Timeline
Date Event Detail
0000-00-00 Introduced Bill introduced
2025-02-26 Status failed
2025-02-26 Latest Action The committee on JDC deferred the measure.
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