Hawaii · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 1594: RELATING TO ANIMAL IMPORTATION.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 1594 is a bill introduced in the Hawaii House on January 16, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: RELATING TO ANIMAL IMPORTATION. Primary sponsor: Andrew Garrett (Democratic), Cory Chun (Democratic), Luke Evslin (Democratic), Tyson Miyake (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (February 4, 2026): The committee(s) on AGR recommend(s) that the measure be deferred.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Requires, as a condition of entry into the State, documentation verifying that any dog or cat imported into the State has been surgically sterilized, subject to certain exemptions. Requires the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity to establish a breeder registry and adopt rules.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 4
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Andrew Garrett | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 22 |
| Cory Chun | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 35 |
| Luke Evslin | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 16 |
| Tyson Miyake | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 10 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- The committee(s) on AGR recommend(s) that the measure be deferred.
- Bill scheduled to be heard by AGR on Wednesday, 02-04-26 9:00AM in House conference room 325 VIA VIDEOCONFERENCE.
- Referred to AGR, JHA, referral sheet 1
- Introduced and Pass First Reading.
- Prefiled.