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HI SB2513
Bill
Status
3/3/2020
Primary Sponsor
Clarence Nishihara
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AI Summary
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Amends Hawaii Revised Statutes Section 711-1109 to add use of castration bands as a form of animal cruelty in the second degree.
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Defines "castration band" as a rubber ring placed around the scrotum above the testes designed to cut off blood supply causing tissue to shrivel and fall off.
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Prohibits castration bands on dogs, cats, and other pet animals, excluding caged birds.
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Exempts accepted veterinary practices, scientific research activities, and licensed pest control operations from the animal cruelty provisions.
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Takes effect July 1, 2050.
Legislative Description
Relating To Animal Cruelty.
Castration Bands
Last Action
Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on JUD with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Thielen excused (1).
5/11/2020