Senate Bill 217 aims to introduce toll roads in Hawaii, specifically targeting a section of the Hana Highway on Maui, known for its scenic beauty and tourist traffic. With the goal of alleviating issues like illegal parking and trespassing caused by overtourism, the bill will exempt residents from tolls. The bill raises concerns about fund allocation for traffic management. State officials acknowledge potential economic impacts on local businesses as they explore this legislative change in response to growing tourism pressure on infrastructure.
The Hana Highway has increasing issues with overtourism, including illegal parking and trespassing, prompting the introduction of a bill to designate toll roads.
We have concerns with the perpetual misallocation of government funds as it relates to traffic and tourism management along the Road to Hana.
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