Department of Transportation

The Hawaii Department of Transportation manages the state's highways, airports, and harbors — the three transportation systems that connect Hawaii's communities and islands. It plans and funds capital improvements to roads, bridges, and harbor facilities; oversees the airports that connect Hawaii to the world; and regulates aviation and maritime activities in state jurisdiction. DOT decisions on infrastructure investment have major economic and quality-of-life consequences for all residents.

The condition of Hawaii's roads, the efficiency of its airports, and the capacity of its harbors directly affect every resident's daily commute, the cost of imported goods, and the reliability of inter-island travel. Residents can engage in DOT public hearings on major transportation projects and comment on environmental impact assessments.