Hawaii SB874: Relating to Veterinary Medicine.

What the bill says

A bill foran act relating to veterinary medicine.

From the enrolled text:

A BILL FORAN ACT RELATING TO VETERINARY MEDICINE. SECTION 1. The purpose of this Act is to promote consumer choice, affordability, and transparency by ensuring that pet owners in the State have the right to obtain and fill prescriptions for their animals at a pharmacy of their choice. This Act is intended to remove barriers to competitive pricing, ensure fair access to veterinary medications, and enhance trust between veterinarians and their clients. This Act also seeks to protect consumer rights while maintaining safety and efficacy in the dispensing of pet medications. Additionally, this Act supports the integrity of veterinary practice by preserving the focus on medical care over retail functions and ensuring that veterinarians continue to play a central role in animal health management. Lastly, this Act furthers the State's commitment to consumer rights, affordability, and fair market competition by aligning with existing consumer protection laws and economic policies, such as statutes against unfair or deceptive acts or practices, which promote transparency and fairness in consumer 2026-2530 SB874 GDI SMA.docx Page 2 S.B. NO. C.D. transactions and ensure pet owners, particularly those in rural or underserved areas, can access medications at reasonable costs while preserving high standards of veterinary care. SECTION 2. Chapter 471, Hawaii Revised Statutes, is amended by adding a new section to be appropriately designated and to …

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Sponsors

• Carol Fukunaga (D, 11) · primary sponsor
• Stanley Chang (D, 9)
• Kurt Fevella (R, 20)
• Lorraine Inouye (D, 1)
• Joy San Buenaventura (D, 2)
• Glenn Wakai (D, 15)

Latest actions

1. May 29, 2026: Act 066, on 05/29/2026 (Gov. Msg. No. 1166).
2. May 29, 2026: Act 066, 05/29/2026 (Gov. Msg. No. 1166).
3. May 8, 2026: Enrolled to Governor.
4. May 8, 2026: Received notice of passage on Final Reading in House (Hse. Com. No. 888).
5. May 6, 2026: Received notice of Final Reading (Sen. Com. No. 816).
6. May 6, 2026: Passed Final Reading as amended in CD 1 with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and none excused (0).
7. May 6, 2026: Passed Final Reading, as amended (CD 1). Ayes, 25; Aye(s) with reservations: none . 0 No(es): none. 0 Excused: none.
8. April 29, 2026: Forty-eight (48) hours notice Wednesday, 05-06-26.
9. April 29, 2026: Reported from Conference Committee (Conf Com. Rep. No. 45-26) as amended in (CD 1).
10. April 29, 2026: 48 Hrs. Notice (as amended CD 1) 05-06-26.

Votes

• Passed Final Reading, as amended (CD 1) (May 6, 2026): 25 yea, 0 nay, passed
• Final Reading as amended in CD 1 with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and none excused (0) (May 6, 2026): 51 yea, 0 nay, passed
• none. (April 29, 2026): 3 yea, 0 nay, passed
• Conference Committee Vote (April 29, 2026): 4 yea, 0 nay, passed
• Third Reading as amended in HD 2 with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and none excused (0) (April 14, 2026): 51 yea, 0 nay, passed
• CPC: recommend that the measure be PASSED, WITH AMENDMENTS (April 2, 2026): 9 yea, 0 nay, passed

Common questions

What is SB874?

SB874 is a bill in the Hawaii Legislature (2026 Regular Session): Relating to Veterinary Medicine.

What does SB874 do?

In its own words: A bill foran act relating to veterinary medicine.

What is the status of SB874?

Signed into law as of May 29, 2026. Latest action: Act 066, on 05/29/2026 (Gov. Msg. No. 1166). (May 29, 2026).

Who sponsored SB874?

Carol Fukunaga (D, 11), with 5 co-sponsors.

Where is the official record for SB874?

On the Hawaii Legislature website: https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/measure_indiv.aspx?billtype=SB&billnumber=874&year=2026