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HI HB1695

Bill

Official Source

Status

Engrossed

3/3/2022

Primary Sponsor

Henry Aquino

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Origin

House of Representatives

2022 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Increases the maximum fine for violations of Hawaii fireworks laws from $2,000 to $5,000 per violation under Section 132D-14(b)
  • Increases the maximum fine for violations of Section 132D-14.5 from $2,000 to $5,000, while maintaining the minimum fine of $500
  • Establishes increased penalties as a stronger deterrent against illegal aerial fireworks use, which the legislature finds causes significant disruption and concern
  • Does not affect rights, duties, penalties, or proceedings that were established before the Act's effective date
  • Takes effect upon approval

Legislative Description

Relating To Fireworks.

Illegal Fireworks

Last Action

Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM.

3/23/2022

Committee Referrals

Ways and Means3/23/2022
Judiciary3/8/2022
Finance2/15/2022
Consumer Protection & Commerce1/26/2022

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