Increases penalties for illegal fireworks possession, transfer, and use in Hawaii.

This bill aims to enhance penalties for illegal fireworks activities in Hawaii. It increases the penalties for possessing, transferring, or using fireworks without proper permits or licenses, with higher penalties for subsequent violations. The bill also allocates funds to county fire departments and the department of law enforcement to improve investigation and enforcement efforts. The increased penalties and funding are intended to deter illegal fireworks use, which poses risks to public safety and causes property damage and environmental harm.

Increases penalties for illegal fireworks possession, transfer, and use in Hawaii.

This bill aims to enhance penalties for illegal fireworks activities in Hawaii. It increases the penalties for possessing, transferring, or using fireworks without proper permits or licenses, with higher penalties for subsequent violations. The bill also allocates funds to county fire departments and the department of law enforcement to improve investigation and enforcement efforts. The increased penalties and funding are intended to deter illegal fireworks use, which poses risks to public safety and causes property damage and environmental harm.