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PA HB875
PA HB875In fireworks, further providing for definitions, for use of display fireworks and for use of consumer fireworks and repealing provisions relating to rules and regulations by municipality, to sales locations, to fees, granting of licenses and inspections, to refusal, suspension or revocation of license, to conditions for facilities, to consumer fireworks tax and to disposition of certain funds.
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Introduced
03/11/2025
03/11/2025
In Committee
03/11/2025
03/11/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025-2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Amending Title 3 (Agriculture) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in fireworks, further providing for definitions, for use of display fireworks and for use of consumer fireworks and repealing provisions relating to rules and regulations by municipality, to sales locations, to fees, granting of licenses and inspections, to refusal, suspension or revocation of license, to conditions for facilities, to consumer fireworks tax and to disposition of certain funds.
AI Summary
This bill significantly changes Pennsylvania's fireworks laws by fundamentally altering consumer fireworks regulations. The bill modifies the definition of "consumer fireworks" by removing language about suitability for public use and eliminating provisions about sale and possession permissions. Most notably, the bill completely prohibits the purchase, possession, and use of consumer fireworks, effectively reversing previous laws that had allowed individuals 18 and older to use fireworks under certain conditions. The bill also repeals multiple existing sections of law related to municipal regulations, sales locations, licensing, fees, and tax provisions for fireworks. Additionally, it eliminates previous rules about where and when fireworks could be used, such as restrictions near buildings or during specific hours. By removing these detailed regulations without replacing them with new guidelines, the bill creates a comprehensive ban on consumer fireworks in Pennsylvania. The bill is set to take effect 60 days after its passage, which would fundamentally change how fireworks are treated in the state.
Committee Categories
Agriculture and Natural Resources
Sponsors (9)
Tarah Probst (D)*,
Johanny Cepeda-Freytiz (D),
Mary Jo Daley (D),
Bob Freeman (D),
José Giral (D),
Roni Green (D),
Carol Hill-Evans (D),
Tarik Khan (D),
Ben Sanchez (D),
Last Action
Referred to Agriculture & Rural Affairs (on 03/11/2025)
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