Hawaii · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 478: RELATING TO ELECTRIC BICYCLES.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
SB 478 is a bill introduced in the Hawaii Senate on January 17, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: RELATING TO ELECTRIC BICYCLES. Primary sponsor: Brandon Elefante (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (January 21, 2026): Re-Referred to TRS, JDC.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Requires operators of low-speed electronic bicycles to possess a valid driver's license, instruction permit, or provisional license.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brandon Elefante | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 16 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Re-Referred to TRS, JDC.
- Carried over to 2026 Regular Session.
- Referred to TCA, JDC.
- Introduced.
- Passed First Reading.