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Hawaii House Bill HCR54

Hawaii 2025 Regular Session

Hawaii House Bill HCR54

Introduced
3/5/25  

Caption

Urging The Department Of Law Enforcement To Monitor The Use Of Illegal Fireworks At Public Parks And Beaches.

Impact

Evidence indicates that stricter firework regulations can lead to a decrease in injuries. A statewide ban in Hawaii on aerial fireworks was found to correlate with a substantial drop in emergency room visits related to fireworks. However, despite this, there has been a troubling trend of increasing injuries since the height of these restrictions, especially in recent years. The resolution aims to restore some of the public safety measures that were effective previously.

Summary

HCR54 is a House Concurrent Resolution introduced in the Thirty-Third Legislature of Hawaii in 2025, which urges the Department of Law Enforcement to increase monitoring of illegal fireworks at public parks and beaches. The growing use of illegal fireworks has raised concerns among communities due to a significant rise in related injuries and fatalities. For instance, during the New Year's holiday period of 2024-2025, Hawaii experienced the highest number of emergency room visits due to fireworks-related incidents since 2010, totaling 110 cases, including five fatalities.

Contention

Noteworthy is a catastrophic fireworks incident that occurred on January 1, 2025, during a New Year's Eve celebration, resulting in six fatalities. The significance of this incident highlights the dire need for increased monitoring and enforcement measures. This resolution does not propose new legislation but instead advocates for better enforcement of existing regulations to enhance public safety and reduce the risks associated with illegal fireworks.

Latest HCR54 Activity

Companion Bills

HI HR50

Same As Urging The Department Of Law Enforcement To Monitor The Use Of Illegal Fireworks At Public Parks And Beaches.

Previously Filed As

HI HCR52

Urging The Department Of Law Enforcement, Fire Departments And Police Departments Of Each County, Humane Societies In Each County, And Media Organizations Throughout The State To Collaborate To Create And Disseminate Public Service Announcements To Highlight The Dangers Of, And Advocate Against The Use Of, Illegal Fireworks In Order To Protect The Health And Safety Of The Community, Pets, And Wildlife.

HI HR41

Urging The Department Of Law Enforcement, Fire Departments And Police Departments Of Each County, Humane Societies In Each County, And Media Organizations Throughout The State To Collaborate To Create And Disseminate Public Service Announcements To Highlight The Dangers Of, And Advocate Against The Use Of, Illegal Fireworks In Order To Protect The Health And Safety Of The Community, Pets, And Wildlife.

HI HB686

Relating To Fireworks.

HI HB686

Relating To Fireworks.

HI SCR48

Urging The Department Of Law Enforcement, Fire Departments And Police Departments Of Each County, Humane Societies In Each County, And Media Organizations Throughout The State To Collaborate To Create And Disseminate Public Service Announcements To Highlight The Dangers Of, And Advocate Against The Use Of, Illegal Fireworks In Order To Protect The Health And Safety Of The Community, Pets, And Wildlife.

HI SR36

Urging The Department Of Law Enforcement, Fire Departments And Police Departments Of Each County, Humane Societies In Each County, And Media Organizations Throughout The State To Collaborate To Create And Disseminate Public Service Announcements To Highlight The Dangers Of, And Advocate Against The Use Of, Illegal Fireworks In Order To Protect The Health And Safety Of The Community, Pets, And Wildlife.

HI SB3374

Relating To Fireworks.

HI HCR171

Requesting The Department Of Commerce And Consumer Affairs, In Consultation With The Department Of Taxation, To Conduct A Study On The Social And Economic Impacts Of Permitting The Sale Of Aerial Fireworks And Imposing A Tax On The Sale Of Aerial Fireworks.

HI HCR134

Requesting The Convening Of An Illegal Fireworks Task Force To Develop A Comprehensive Strategic Plan To Stop The Importation Of Illegal Fireworks And Explosives In The State, Promote Compliance With State Fireworks Control Laws, And Ensure The Safety And Security Of The Airports, Harbors, And Other Facilities And Institutions In The State Against The Discharge Of Illegal Fireworks And Explosives.

HI HB1888

Relating To Fireworks.

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CA AB1403

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KS SB199

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CA AB2740

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HI SB165

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