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This bill modifies Iowa state law to clarify the authority of county boards of supervisors and city councils regarding the regulation of consumer fireworks. Specifically, the bill amends existing statutes to allow county boards and city councils to prohibit or limit the use of consumer fireworks, but only on days other than July 3rd, July 4th, and December 31st. These restrictions must be in accordance with section 727.2, subsection 4 of the state code. Local governments can still implement such limitations if they determine that fireworks usage would pose a threat to public safety, private property, or constitute a nuisance to neighboring landowners. The bill effectively provides local authorities with some discretion in fireworks regulation while preserving specific days traditionally associated with fireworks celebrations (Independence Day and New Year's Eve). The legislation is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, giving local governments time to prepare and adjust their existing ordinances to comply with the new provisions.

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https://www.legis.iowa.gov/legislation/BillBook?ga=91&ba=SF303