HB319

Hawaii HB319 amends laws on cruelty to animals, including tethering and inhumane treatment.

Hawaii HB319 modifies the state's cruelty to animals laws by specifying acts such as overdriving, torturing, or starving animals as offenses. It also addresses tethering practices, prohibiting dangerous methods unless supervised. The bill exempts certain activities like accepted veterinary practices and pest control operations. The Department of Agriculture is tasked with adopting rules for humane extermination of pests and feral chickens. The changes do not affect ongoing legal matters or penalties incurred before the bill's effective date.