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Introduced
01/26/2026
01/26/2026
In Committee
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
02/19/2026
02/19/2026
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT RELATING TO FIREWORKS; AMENDING AND ENACTING SECTIONS OF THE FIREWORKS LICENSING AND SAFETY ACT; EXPANDING THE ABILITY OF A GOVERNING BODY OF A MUNICIPALITY OR COUNTY TO RESTRICT THE SALE OR USE OF FIREWORKS BASED ON CERTAIN WEATHER OR ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS; EMPOWERING THE STATE FIRE MARSHAL TO PROHIBIT THE SALE OR USE OF FIREWORKS BASED ON CERTAIN WEATHER OR ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS; INCREASING EXISTING CRIMINAL PENALTIES; MAKING IT A CRIME TO VIOLATE AN ORDER ISSUED BY THE STATE FIRE MARSHAL AND PRESCRIBING PENALTIES; PROVIDING THAT A VIOLATION OF AN ORDER ISSUED BY THE STATE FIRE MARSHAL MAY RESULT IN THE REVOCATION OR SUSPENSION OF A LICENSE OR PERMIT ISSUED PURSUANT TO THE FIREWORKS LICENSING AND SAFETY ACT; PROVIDING THAT THE RESIDENT, OWNER OR OCCUPIER OF A PRIVATE PROPERTY WHO ALLOWS A PERSON TO USE FIREWORKS ON THE PRIVATE PROPERTY IN VIOLATION OF THE FIREWORKS LICENSING AND SAFETY ACT OR AN ORDER ISSUED BY THE STATE FIRE MARSHAL IS SUBJECT TO A CIVIL FINE; MAKING CONFORMING AMENDMENTS; MAKING APPROPRIATIONS.
AI Summary
This bill expands the authority of local governments and the State Fire Marshal to restrict the sale and use of fireworks during dangerous weather or environmental conditions, such as severe drought, by allowing them to issue proclamations or orders. These restrictions can range from banning specific types of fireworks to prohibiting all fireworks in certain areas, and local proclamations must be issued at least twenty days before a holiday. The bill also increases criminal penalties for violating fireworks laws, making it a crime to disobey an order from the State Fire Marshal with penalties including fines and potential jail time, and introduces civil fines for property owners who allow illegal fireworks use on their land. Additionally, violating an order from the State Fire Marshal can lead to the suspension or revocation of fireworks licenses or permits, and the bill appropriates funds for a public awareness campaign and surveillance technology to combat illegal fireworks use.
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
Not Printed (on 01/26/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.nmlegis.gov/Legislation/Legislation?chamber=H&legtype=B&legno=155&year=26 |
| BillText | https://www.nmlegis.gov/Sessions/26%20Regular/bills/house/HB0155.pdf |
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