Hawaii HB1569 mandates microfiber filtration systems in washing machines sold in the state.

Hawaii HB1569 introduces requirements for newly manufactured washing machines sold in the state. It mandates that these machines include a microfiber filtration system, which must be active across all washing cycles and have a mesh size of 100 micrometers or less. Manufacturers must certify compliance with these requirements and face civil penalties for violations. The bill also sets phased compliance targets, starting with 10% of units sold by 2032, increasing to 50% by 2037, and reaching full compliance by 2042.

Hawaii HB1569 mandates microfiber filtration systems in washing machines sold in the state.

Hawaii HB1569 introduces requirements for newly manufactured washing machines sold in the state. It mandates that these machines include a microfiber filtration system, which must be active across all washing cycles and have a mesh size of 100 micrometers or less. Manufacturers must certify compliance with these requirements and face civil penalties for violations. The bill also sets phased compliance targets, starting with 10% of units sold by 2032, increasing to 50% by 2037, and reaching full compliance by 2042.