SB195

Hawaii SB195 mandates counties to explore alternative revenue sources, like transit-based advertising, before raising mass transit fares.

The bill requires Hawaii counties to first seek revenue from alternative sources, including transit-based advertising, before imposing any new or increased mass transit fares. The Department of Transportation must approve or reject the proposed fare or fare increase within 30 days of receiving the county's justification report. If rejected, the fare cannot be established or increased. If approved, the county may proceed with the fare increase. The bill also outlines restrictions on transit-based advertisements to ensure passenger safety and prohibits certain types of advertisements.