Hawaii HB1485 imposes fines on property managers and owners of massage parlors or similar establishments involved in prostitution and treats workers.

Hawaii HB1485 amends Chapter 712 of the Hawaii Revised Statutes to hold property managers and owners of massage parlors or similar prostitution establishments liable for fines of $100,000 if searched by law enforcement. It also treats workers at these establishments as victims if they are involved in commercial sexual exploitation, sex trafficking, or promoting prostitution. The bill allocates funds for fiscal years 2025-2026 and 2026-2027 to enforce these provisions, with sums distributed to the counties of Honolulu, Hawaii, Maui, and Kauai.

Hawaii HB1485 imposes fines on property managers and owners of massage parlors or similar establishments involved in prostitution and treats workers.

Hawaii HB1485 amends Chapter 712 of the Hawaii Revised Statutes to hold property managers and owners of massage parlors or similar prostitution establishments liable for fines of $100,000 if searched by law enforcement. It also treats workers at these establishments as victims if they are involved in commercial sexual exploitation, sex trafficking, or promoting prostitution. The bill allocates funds for fiscal years 2025-2026 and 2026-2027 to enforce these provisions, with sums distributed to the counties of Honolulu, Hawaii, Maui, and Kauai.