Bill > SB828

This bill modifies California's laws related to fireworks licenses and permits, primarily focusing on enhancing regulatory oversight and expanding the State Fire Marshal's authority. The bill requires fireworks licensees to provide additional documentation to the State Fire Marshal, including permits for fireworks activities, local land use permits, and information about fireworks storage sites. The State Fire Marshal is now authorized to revoke or deny licenses to individuals who fail to submit these documents. The bill also expands the criteria for denying fireworks licenses, allowing the State Fire Marshal to reject applications from individuals under indictment for or convicted of serious crimes that are punishable by more than one year in prison and are considered violent or pose a public safety threat. Additionally, the bill mandates that import or export fireworks licensees notify the local jurisdiction listed as the destination for the fireworks. These changes aim to improve public safety and provide local jurisdictions with more oversight of fireworks-related activities, while potentially making it more difficult for individuals with certain criminal backgrounds to obtain fireworks licenses.

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https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/billStatusClient.xhtml?bill_id=202520260SB828