Should jaywalking be allowed? State lawmakers are considering a pilot program

“ We found on average there were more than 5,000 jaywalking tickets given per year, which is significantly higher than other areas in the U.S. that have also studied this,” said Abbey Seitz, director of transportation equity at Hawaiʻi Appleseed.

“Ultimately, we believe that the millions of dollars that are spent on jaywalking enforcement essentially distracts attention and resources from data-driven approaches to improve roadway safety, mainly changes in roadway design and pedestrian infrastructure.”

The measure passed through the House Committee on Judiciary and Hawaiian Affairs this week.