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MA H3058

Relative to the penalty for the sale and use of fireworks

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Introduced
01/23/2017
In Committee
01/23/2017
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2018

Introduced Session

190th General Court

Bill Summary

Relative to the penalties for the sale and use of fireworks. The Judiciary.

AI Summary

This bill amends Sections 16 and 39 of Chapter 148 of the Massachusetts General Laws to increase the penalties for the sale and use of fireworks. Specifically, it increases the maximum fine for selling fireworks from $100 to $1,000, the maximum fine for using fireworks from $100-$1,000 to $1,000-$2,500, and adds the possibility of up to 1 month of imprisonment for using fireworks. These changes aim to provide stronger deterrents and consequences for the illegal sale and use of fireworks in the state.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see H4874 (on 08/09/2018)
(12 Companion Bills)

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Document Type Source Location
State Bill Page https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3058
Bill https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3058.pdf
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