Bill > SB687

This bill proposes to prohibit the sale, offer, possession with intent to sell, display, distribution, or trade of fur products in Hawaii, with several specific exceptions. The legislation defines "fur" as any animal skin with hair or fur fibers attached, and "fur product" as clothing, accessories, or decorative items made wholly or partially from fur. Exceptions to the prohibition include used fur products, fur products used in traditional and customary rights protected by the Hawaii State Constitution, and fur products expressly authorized by federal law. The bill provides several additional exemptions, such as animal skins intended to be converted into leather, fur from specific animal families, and taxidermy-related pelts. Violators would be subject to civil penalties of up to $1,000 per offense, with each fur product and each day of violation potentially constituting a separate offense. The legislature's rationale for the bill includes decreasing demand for cruel products, reducing public health risks, promoting animal welfare, alleviating environmental burdens, and enhancing the state's reputation. The law is set to take effect on June 30, 2025, giving businesses time to adjust to the new regulations.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session/measure_indiv.aspx?billtype=SB&billnumber=687&year=2025