HB633

Hawaii HB633 amends fireworks regulations, defining new categories and penalties for violations.

Hawaii HB633 introduces the "Fireworks Prohibition Law," defining new categories of fireworks and establishing penalties for violations. The bill defines "aerial devices" and "consumer fireworks," and prohibits their import, purchase, possession, and use. Exceptions include use by police, fire departments, and utility companies for specific purposes. Violations carry misdemeanor or felony penalties depending on the type and weight of the fireworks. The bill also mandates health care facilities to report injuries and fatalities caused by fireworks. The law takes effect on July 1, 2025.