Bill > SB687

This bill prohibits the sale, offering for sale, possession with intent to sell, display, distribution, or trade of fur products in Hawaii, with several key 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 partially or wholly from fur. The bill allows exceptions for used fur products, fur used in traditional and customary Hawaiian practices, and fur products authorized by federal law. Violations will result in civil penalties of up to $1,000 per offense, with each fur product and each day of violation considered a separate offense. The bill specifically excludes certain items from the fur product definition, such as leather, animal skins from specific animal families, taxidermy specimens, and raw or processed pelts not sold as clothing or accessories. The legislature's rationale includes reducing animal cruelty, minimizing public health risks, promoting animal welfare, alleviating environmental impacts, and enhancing the state's reputation. The law is set to take effect on June 30, 2025, and will not impact any rights, penalties, or proceedings that existed before its effective date.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session/measure_indiv.aspx?billtype=SB&billnumber=687&year=2026