HRS §273-16

Public railroads only get government aid

This section says that government help under this law can only go to railroads that serve the public. Railroads that are only for private or limited use cannot get this help.

The statute, as written — Aid to public railroads only

The aid by this chapter contemplated shall be extended only to railroads of public utility, and not to railroads of mere private or limited convenience.

Read the official text at capitol.hawaii.gov ↗as published Jan 6, 2026our copy taken Aug 20, 2026

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