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HI HB686

Bill

Official Source

Status

Enrolled

4/14/2009

Primary Sponsor

Henry Aquino

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Origin

House of Representatives

2010 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Delays implementation of the reduced ignition propensity cigarette program until September 30, 2010

  • Removes proposed special revolving fund due to concerns about meeting statutory criteria under Hawaii Revised Statutes section 37-52.4

  • Acknowledges State Fire Council staffing shortage (currently one part-time employee) as justification for implementation delay

  • Recognizes concern that cigarette manufacturer certification fees may be insufficient to fund State Fire Council enforcement duties

  • Makes technical amendments for clarity and consistency in the bill language

Legislative Description

Reduced Ignition Propensity Cigarettes; Certification

Last Action

Carried over to 2010 Regular Session.

5/11/2009

Committee Referrals

Public Safety4/17/2009
Consumer Protection & Commerce3/12/2009
Finance2/18/2009
Public Safety1/26/2009

Full Bill Text

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