An Act further regulating the discharge of fireworks in densely populated neighborhoods
This bill strengthens penalties for discharging fireworks in neighborhoods with high population density, specifically targeting areas where at least 1,000 people live per square mile. It directly affects residents and businesses in such zones by imposing fines of $200-$500, up to six months in jail, or both for violations. Law enforcement may seize fireworks without a warrant during these incidents, and seized items must be forfeited to the state upon conviction. The policy change focuses on reducing firework-related risks in densely populated areas through clear, enforceable penalties.
Bill status
passed
3 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2025
Committee Review
Feb 2025
Senate Passage
Feb 2025
Governor
Introduced Feb 27, 2025
Last action Mar 26, 2026
Floor votes
How they voted
This bill passed the Senate. No roll call record of that vote is available.
Full legislative history
Actions timeline
Total actions
4
Key actions
1
Committee
1
Feb 27, 2025
Upper · Passed
Senate concurred
upper
Feb 27, 2025
Committee
Referred to the committee on The Judiciary
lower
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Rodney Elliott
DDemocratic
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