Bill > HB719

This bill prohibits the sale, offer for sale, possession with intent to sell, display, distribution, or trade of fur products in Hawaii, with specific exceptions. The legislation defines "fur" as any animal skin with hair or fur attached, and "fur product" as clothing, accessories, or decorative items made partly or wholly from fur. Exemptions include used fur products, fur used in traditional cultural practices protected by the state constitution, and fur products authorized by federal law. The bill provides detailed definitions excluding certain items like leather, animal hair not attached to skin, taxidermy specimens, and pelts used for specific purposes. Violations will result in civil penalties up to $1,000 per offense, with each fur product and each day of violation considered a separate offense. The law aims to decrease demand for products perceived as cruel, reduce public health risks, promote animal welfare, alleviate environmental burdens, and enhance the state's reputation. The legislation was designed to be comprehensive in its approach, providing clear guidelines for what constitutes a fur product and establishing clear enforcement mechanisms while respecting cultural and practical exceptions.

Agriculture and Natural Resources, Business and Industry

https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session/measure_indiv.aspx?billtype=HB&billnumber=719&year=2026