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CONSUMER FIREWORKS
Specifically Permitted	Items that comply with regulations of the CPSC, DOT definitions, and trick noisemakers.
Specifically Prohibited	Manufacture, possession, sale or use of ground salutes containing more than 2 grains of explosive composition; any mail-order fireworks.
Selling Period	June 20-July 10 and December 15-January 1 Sales from tents or motor vehicles are prohibited.
Age of Purchase	16 years, unless accompanied by adult.
DISPLAY FIREWORKS
Display Permit	Apply to State Fire Marshal at least 10 days before display date.
Insurance	None specifically required in state law.
Operator	No license specifically required in state law.
MANUFACTURE, STORAGE, TRANSPORTATION
	Safe storage areas as specified in law.
LICENSING
	Annual licenses required, by calendar year expiring December 31. Apply to State Fire Marshal. Minimum age 18 years. Manufacturer $ 1000 Distributor $ 1000 Wholesaler $ 350 Retailer $ 100 Seasonal retailer $ 100 (prior 7/10) Seasonal retailer $ 50 (after 7/10) Display $ 25
ENFORCING AUTHORITY
	State of Alabama Fire Marshal’s Office P.O. Box 303352 Montgomery, AL 36130-3352 334-241-4166 www.aldoi.org/FireMarshal.asp
LAW NUMBER
	Alabama Law Sec. 8-17-210 et seq.

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CONSUMER FIREWORKS
Specifically Permitted	Non-aerial fireworks devices, such as ground spinners, fountains, sparklers, smoke devices, or snakes.
Specifically Prohibited	Any fireworks not specifically permitted, such as firecrackers, jumping jacks, or similar products.
Selling Period	Midnight, June 23 through midnight, July 5 Midnight December 26 through midnight January 1 May be regulated by local jurisdictions as to dates allowed.
License	Required to import fireworks into the state. Fee may be required.
Retail Sales Permit	Apply to local authorities, $25 fee may be required, valid for one year.
DISPLAY FIREWORKS
Display Permit	Apply to local authorities. $125 maximum fee for any one year or display
Liability	Bond or insurance up to $1,000,000 may be required.
Operator	Display must be supervised by a qualified person as determined by AHJ.
MANUFACTURE, STORAGE, TRANSPORTATION
	Fireworks must be classified and labeled before transport.
ENFORCING AUTHORITY
	Department of Insurance State Fire Marshal Division 700 West State Street Boise, Id 83720 208-334-4370 www.doi.state.id.us/sfm/ firemars.aspx
LAW NUMBER
	Chapter 26, Sec. 39-2601, through 39-2614 as amended in 1997

CONSUMER FIREWORKS
Specifically Permitted	Sparklers containing no chlorates or perchlorates, ground based sparkling devices that are non-aerial non-explosive, and are labeled in accordance with the requirements of CPSC. Paper wrapped snappers containing less than 3/100 grains of explosive composition, and snakes that contain no mercury and are not regulated by DOT. Note: retailers must submit products for testing and approval to State Fire Marshal’s Office prior to sale.
Specifically Prohibited	All others
CONSUMER FIREWORKS RETAIL SALES REQUIREMENTS
	Only those wholesale/distributor companies that register their products with the State Fire Marshal to be wholesaled/distributed in the state will be allowed to wholesale/distribute their products to retail outlets in Maryland. All retail outlets must conform to the fire prevention codes for the state regarding ground based sparkling devices (Title 29, Department of State Police, Subtitle 06, Fire Prevention Commission.) Consumer fireworks are illegal to retail or use in Town of Ocean City (Worcester County), Baltimore City, and the following counties: Harford, Howard, Montgomery, and Prince George’s. Companies/individuals should contact local government for all other counties prior to wholesaling/distributing, retailing, or using consumer fireworks. The local government may require additional permits or fees.
Age to Purchase	16 Years
DISPLAY FIREWORKS
Display Permit	Apply to State Fire Marshal at least 10 days before display date. $50 fee per display. A late fee of $50 per display for applications submitted at least 10 days from the date of the display(s). Display permits are needed for outdoor displays, as well as proximate audience displays.
Insurance	Required. Minimum $25,000 for injury of one person, $50,000 for more than one person; $10,000 property damage. Workman’s comp or approved accident insurance required. The policy or certificate shall provide that the coverage may not be canceled without at least 30 days notice to the State Fire Marshal. The State of Maryland shall be named as an insured in the contract of insurance.
Operator	State license required. $150 fee for a 3 year permit. Apply to State Fire Marshal, minimum age 21 years.
MANUFACTURE, STORAGE, TRANSPORTATION
	All displays must be in accordance with NFPA 1123, which is incorporated by reference.
LICENSING
	Permit required to store display fireworks for licensed displays. Storage areas must be approved by State Fire Marshal. Must be in accordance with NFPA Standard 1124, which is incorporated by reference. Manufacturing license required: $750 annual fee.
ENFORCING AUTHORITY
	Maryland Department of State Police Office of the State Fire Marshal Bomb Squad P.O. Box 28903 BWI Airport, MD 21240 410-859-7152 http://www.firemarshal.state.md.us/
LAW NUMBER
	Art 38A, Sec. 15-25, Annotated Md. Fire Prevention Code 12.03.01.08 NFPA 1123, NFPA 1126

CONSUMER FIREWORKS
Specifically permitted	Sparklers, trick noisemakers & novelties are exempt under Ohio law. Other consumer fireworks may be sold to Ohio residents upon execution of a form agreeing to take the items out to the state within 48 hours, or to out-of state residents upon execution of a form agreeing to take the items out the state within 72 hours.
DISPLAY FIREWORKS
Display Permits	Apply to local authorities.
Insurance	$1,000,000 minimum.
Operator	State license required, $50 annual fee, apply to State Fire Marshal. Minimum age 21 years. Must take written test.
LICENSING
	Manufacturer, wholesaler, or out of state shipper license required. Apply annually to State Fire Marshal.
ENFORCING AUTHORITY
	Office of Explosives and Pyrotechnics Administrator Fire Marshal 8895 East Main Street Reynoldsburg, OH 43068 614-752-7105 www.com.state.oh.us/ODOC/sfm/
LAW NUMBER
	Amended HB 436 Eff: 6/15/88 Amended HB 215 Eff: 6/30/97 HB 405 Eff: 10/19/00 HB 161 Eff: 7/2001 Sub HB 715 Sec. 12 Eff. 4/22/94 Art. 31 Ohio Fire Code Eff. 9/1/95, 1/3/00

AGRICULTURAL FIREWORKS PERMIT
	Applications must be submitted to the State Fire Marshal, there is no fee, and run on a 2-year cycle.
Oregon Administrative Rules	837-012-0305 through 837-012-0370
GENERAL PUBLIC DISPLAY FIREWORKS (1.3G) PERMIT (May include 1.4G or Special Effects)
	General display permit required. Application must be submitted to the State Fire Marshal, along with $50 fee, and must be postmarked at least 15 days before the display date. A separate permit is required for each display.
Insurance	Amount as required by local fire authority but not less than $500.
Operator	Certification required. Must be 21 years of age or older and be certified by State Fire Marshal.
Oregon Administrative Rules
837-012-0700 through 837-012-0970
LIMITED PUBLIC DISPLAY FIREWORKS (1.4G)
	Application must be submitted to the State Fire Marshal, along with $50 fee, and must be postmarked at least 15 days before the display date. A separate permit is required for each display.
Insurance	Amount as required by local fire authority but not less than $500.
Operator	Certification required. Must be 18 years of age or older and be certified by State Fire Marshal.
Oregon Administrative Rules	837-012-0700 through 837-012-0970
RETAIL FIREWORKS (1.4G) PERMIT
	Application must be submitted to the State Fire Marshal, along with $50 fee, and must be postmarked no later that April 15 of the year for which the permit is requested.
Fireworks Allowed	Those which produce only smoke, sparks or fire and which do not explode, eject balls of fire, fly into the air, or travel more than 6’ horizontally and/or 12” vertically from the point of ignition. (See Oregon Revised Statute 480.127)
Selling Period	June 23-July 6
Age of Purchase	16 years of age or older
Oregon Administrative Rules	837-012-0700 through 837-012-0970
WHOLESALE FIREWORKS PERMIT
Wholesale Permit Required	Application must be submitted to the State Fire Marshal, along with $2,500 fee, and must be postmarked no later than November 1 of the year prior to the year the permit is requested.
Oregon Administrative Rules	837-012-0700 through 837-012-0970
MANUFACTURE, STORAGE, TRANSPORTATION
	Must meet all applicable federal, state, and local laws, rules and regulations pertaining to fireworks and hold an Oregon Wholesale Fireworks Permit.
ENFORCING AUTHORITY
	Oregon State Police State Fire Marshal License and Permit Services Unit 4760 Portland Rd NE Salem, OR 97305-1540 503-373-1540 (Ext. 274) www.sfm.state.or.us
LAW NUMBER
	ORS 480.110 through 480.165

CONSUMER FIREWORKS
Specifically Permitted	Items meeting requirements of the CPSC except those noted below.
Specifically Prohibited	Small rockets less than ½” in diameter and 3” long.
Sale	Salesperson’s minimum age 18 years. Covered fused required.
Age of Purchase	14 years, unless accompanied by parent.
DISPLAY FIREWORKS
Display Permit	Apply to State Fire Marshal at least 15 working days before show. Map and copy of insurance policy required. Material must be purchased from SC licensed firm..
Insurance	Required, $500,000 minimum.
Operator	Certification by State Fire Marshal required. Must pass written test and submit notarized evidence of participation in a minimum of 6 shows, plus a statement from a SC licensed display company attesting to applicants’ experience. Minimum age 21 years. Re-certification class and re-examination required every 2 years..
MANUFACTURE, STORAGE, TRANSPORTATION
	Safe storage areas and construction requirements specified in law and regulations.
LICENSING
	State License required annually, apply to state tax commissioner. Wholesaler distribution $1400 Wholesaler 400 Retail permit required at local level, apply to municipal clerk, $50 fee. Wholesalers may sell only to licensed retailers or jobbers. Retailer may buy only from licensed wholesaler or jobbers.
ENFORCING AUTHORITY
Use and Transportation	State Fire Marshal 141 Monticello Trail Columbia, SC 29203 803-896-9802
Sales, Storage and Licensing	State Board of Pyrotechnic Safety P.O. Box 11419 Columbia, SC 29211-1419 803-896-4420
LAW NUMBER
	SC 1976 Code, Title 23, Chap 9, Title 39, Chap 43 Div of General Services Chap 19-405. 1/405.9

CONSUMER FIREWORKS
Specifically Permitted	Roman candles, skyrockets, helicopter rockets, cylindrical and cone fountains, wheels, torches, colored fire, dipped sticks, mines and shells, firecrackers with soft casings, and novelties (size limitations specified.)
Specifically Prohibited	All fireworks that are not defined as salable consumer fireworks.
DISPLAY FIREWORKS
Display Permit	Apply to State Fire Marshal.
Insurance	Required. Minimum $1,000,000 for personal injury and death, minimum $500,000 for property damages.
Operator	State certification required. Pyrotechnics operator must take written test.
MANUFACTURE, STORAGE, TRANSPORTATION
	2000 International Fire Code Chapter 33
LICENSING
	Annual wholesale and retail licenses required. Apply to State Fire Marshal. Annual wholesale license fee $50, retail $5.
ENFORCING AUTHORITY
	State Fire Marshal State of Alaska Dept of Public Safety Division of Fire Prevention 5700 East Tudor Road Anchorage, AK 99507-1225 907-269-5625 www.dps.state.ak.us/Fire/asp/
LAW NUMBER
	AS 18.72.10 – AS 18.72.100, 13 AAC 51.010 – 13 AAC 51.060

CONSUMER FIREWORKS
Specifically Permitted	None
Specifically Prohibited	Skyrockets, firecrackers, torpedoes, roman candles, daygo bombs, and sparklers.
DISPLAY FIREWORKS
Display Permit	Fire Marshal has permit authority over all fireworks and pyrotechnic displays and events on public school, state, and county properties. Apply to local, county authorities at least 30 days before display date.
Insurance	May be required by local authorities.
Operator	No license specifically required by state law but may be required by local authorities.
ENFORCING AUTHORITY
	State Fire Marshal State of Arizona 1110 W. Washington, Suite 100 Phoenix, AZ 85007 602-364-1003 www.dbfs.state.az.us
LAW NUMBER
	Title 36, Chapter 13, Sec 36-1601 et seq.

CONSUMER FIREWORKS
Specifically Permitted	Consumer Fireworks not specifically prohibited (size limitations specified.)
Specifically Prohibited	Firecrackers, skyrockets, rockets, roman candles, chasers, sparklers over 10”or ¼ diameter, surprise items, friction items, torpedoes, items resembling food, fireworks containing arsenic, phosphorus, thiocyanates magnesium (magnesium alloys permitted), mercury salts, picrates or picric acid, gallates or gallic acid, chlorates, (except those of alkali or earth metals), boron, titanium (except larger than 100 mesh), zirconium, gunpowder, and fireworks kits.
Selling Period	Noon, June 28, through noon, July 6.
Sale	Items for sale must be of a type approved by the State Fire Marshal. Salesperson’s minimum age is 18 years.
Age of Purchase	16 years old.
DISPLAY FIREWORKS
Display Permit	Apply to State Fire Marshal prior to application to local authorities. After obtaining state license apply to local authorities at least 10 days before display date. “Special” state license authorizes displays at single site only at any time, $350 fee. “General” state license allows the holding and conducting of public displays of dangerous fireworks at various locations and at various times, $200 fee. “General” and “Special” licenses must report all contemplated displays to State Fire Marshal before display date, and file a post display report with the California State Fire Marshal.
Insurance	Required. Minimum $1,000,000 combined single limits (personal/property) per occurrence annually, may have $15,000 deductible.
Operator	State license required, apply to State Fire Marshal. Fee $75-$250 dependent on license classification. Written exam and evidence as to qualifications and experience is required.
MANUFACTURE, STORAGE, TRANSPORTATION
	Fireworks must be classified and registered by the State Fire Marshal. State seal of registration must be applied to all classified fireworks. Labeling, record keeping, transportation, manufacturing and storage safety requirements specified in law. Employees may be registered with the State Fire Marshal.
LICENSING
	State licenses required annually, apply to State Fire Marshal. Valid July 1 through June 30 of the following year. Apply for renewal between January 1 and May 1. License number to be affixed to each order and invoice. Exception: retail license valid only during selling period. Apply to State Fire Marshal on or before June 15. Manufacturer $ 1500 Wholesaler $ 3000 Importer/Exporter $ 4500 Retail Permit $ 50 Dealer in agricultural items $ 500 Snap cap/party popper Distributor $ 750
ENFORCING AUTHORITY
	State Fire Marshal State of California P.O. Box 944246 Sacramento, CA 94244-2460 916-445-8373 http://osfm.fire.ca.gov/
LAW NUMBER
	State Health and Safety Code, Part 2, Chapter 1 Section 12500 et seq. California Admin Code, Title 19, subchapter 6

CONSUMER FIREWORKS
Specifically Permitted	Cylindrical and cone fountain, ground spinner, torch and colored fire, dipped stick and sparkler, snake and glow worm, trick noisemaker and certain other novelties.
Specifically Prohibited	Any fireworks not specifically permitted.
Age of Purchase	16 years of age
DISPLAY FIREWORKS
Display Permit	Apply to local authorities at least 30 days before display date, or to Division of Fire Safety if no local authority. Valid for only one date or event, and location. Fee: 10% of cost of display ($250 max.)
Insurance	No requirements in state law. May be required by local authorities.
Operator	Display must be handled by an operator certified by the state. With certain exceptions, written exam required. Apply to Division of Fire Safety, $25 fee.
LICENSING
	Manufacturing, wholesale and retail licenses required annually; apply to Division of Fire Safety at least 30 days in advance of activity. Retail licenses good for calendar year in which issued. Exporter $ 750 Wholesaler $ 750 Display $ 750 Retailer (per location) $ 25
ENFORCING AUTHORITY
	Colorado Department of Public Safety Division of Fire Safety 700 Kipling Street, Suite 1200 Denver, CO 80215 303-239-4463 www.state.co.us/gov_dir/cdps/dfs.htm
LAW NUMBER
	Art. 28 or Title 12. Revised 1991

CONSUMER FIREWORKS
Specifically Permitted	Hand-held and ground based sparkling devices that are non-explosive and non-aerial, and do not contain more than 100 grams of pyrotechnic composition per item.
Specifically Prohibited	All other consumer fireworks including multiple-tube sparkling devices that exceed 100 grams of total pyrotechnic composition. Novelty items are illegal.
Age of Purchase	16 years
DISPLAY FIREWORKS
Display Permit	Apply to local fire department prior to application to State Fire Marshal. Apply to State Fire Marshal at least 15 days before display date. Fee of $35.
Insurance	Required. Minimum of $1 million liability insurance policy per accident for bodily injury and property damage.
Operator	State license and certificate of competency required. Fee of $50 is paid to state treasurer and may be renewed every three years with a fee of $30. Operator must be at least 21 years of age. Assistants must be at least 18 years of age.
MANUFACTURE, STORAGE, TRANSPORTATION
	Storage permit required; apply to local Fire Marshal. Storage requirements specified in state law.
ENFORCING AUTHORITY
	State of Connecticut Department of Public Safety Division of Fire and Building Safety 1111 Country Club Road Middletown, CT 06457-9294 860-685-8470 www.state.ct.us/dps/DFEBS/OSFM.htm
LAW NUMBER
	State of CT Admin Regs. Sec. 29-357 et seq. CT General Statutes Chap 541 Part II

CONSUMER FIREWORKS
Specifically Permitted	Toy paper caps containing not more than 0.25 grain of explosive composition per cap, sparklers less than 20”in length, torches, box fire, fountains, cones, dip sticks, non-poisonous snakes, novelties, and colored lights.
Specifically Prohibited	Firecrackers of any kind of description. Any fireworks that explode, (cherry bombs, salutes, roman candles, floral shells, artillery shells,) or intended to move after the piece is placed and fires (bottle rockets, parachutes, buzz bombs, pinwheels, helicopters, jumping jacks.) Sparklers more than 20” in length that contain dangerous chemicals, or any highly oxidizing agent. Fireworks having a side fuse, or a fuse inserted at any point along the length of the firework, and any firework found by the Fire Chief to be dangerous to the safety of any person or property.
DISPLAY FIREWORKS
Display Permit	Must be approved by the Fire Chief, Director of the Office of Emergency Preparedness, Corporation Counsel, and Director of Consumer and Regulatory Affairs.
Insurance	Required: $1,000,000 Min. to $3,000,000 Max.
Operator	License specifically required in city law.
MANUFACTURE, STORAGE, TRANSPORTATION
	Apply to Department of Consumer and Regulatory Affairs for storage permit. Manufacture and storage of banned fireworks prohibited.
LICENSING
	Apply to Department of Consumer and Regulatory Affairs for wholesaler or retail license. Minimum age for wholesale license 21 years.
ENFORCING AUTHORITY
	Fire Marshal D.C. Fire Department Fire Prevention Division 441 4th Street, NW, Suite 370-N Washington, DC 20001 202-727-1614
LAW NUMBER
	Title 7, Chapter 10, Section 101 BOCA 1996


Specifically Permitted	No consumer fireworks are permitted in Delaware.
Specifically Prohibited	All consumer fireworks are prohibited Delaware.
DISPLAY FIREWORKS
Display Permit	Apply to State Fire Marshal at least 30 days before display date.
Insurance	Required $1,000,000 minimum
Operator	License required. Submit application to State Fire Marshal. Written examination required. Operator must be at least 21 years of age, age 18 for assistants. License valid 1 year. Renew annually.
ENFORCING AUTHORITY
	State Fire Marshal State of Delaware 2307 MacArthur Road New Castle, DE 19720-2426 302-323-5375 302-323-5366 fax www.delawarestatefiremarshal.com
LAW NUMBER
	Delaware State Fire Prevention Regulations Part IV, Chapter 2 Delaware Code Title, 16, Chap. 69

CONSUMER FIREWORKS
Specifically Permitted	Devices approved and listed by State Fire Marshal which emit a shower of sparks upon burning, do not contain any explosive compounds, do not detonate or explode, are hand held or ground based, cannot propel themselves through the air, and that contain not more than 100 grams of the chemical compound that produces sparks upon burning. Any device that is not included in the list of approved items is prohibited, except that snakes, small smoke devices, trick noisemakers and certain other novelties may be sold at all other times.
Specifically Prohibited	Firecrackers, torpedoes, skyrockets, roman candles, daygo bombs, and any fireworks containing explosive or flammable compounds.
DISPLAY FIREWORKS
Display Permit	Apply to local authorities at least 15 days beforedisplay date.
Insurance	Required, $500 minimum.
Operator	No license specifically required in state law. However, local jurisdiction may require permit.
MANUFACTURE, STORAGE, TRANSPORTATION
	Storage specifications in law.
LICENSING
	Required: Manufacturer $ 1000 Distributor $ 1000 Wholesaler $ 1000 Seasonal retailer $ 200 Retailer $ 15 each location
ENFORCING AUTHORITY
	Division of State Fire Marshal Regulatory Licensing and Statistics Sec. 200 East Gaines Street Tallahassee, FL 32399-0300 904-922-3172 www.fldfs.com/sfm/ * And local law enforcement agencies.
LAW NUMBER
	Chapter 791, Florida Statutes Rule 4A-50, Florida Admin. Code

CONSUMER FIREWORKS
Specifically Permitted	Sparklers up to 100 grams each; fountains (items that say 'Emits Showers of Sparks' up to 200 grams total for multiple tube items or 75 grams for each individual tube; snakes, glow worms, snappers, party poppers.
Specifically Prohibited	Firecrackers, torpedoes, sky rockets, roman candles, bombs, and sparklers.
DISPLAY FIREWORKS
Display Permit	Apply to local county at least 10 days before display date. $10 fee, plus $1 per copy of permit.
Insurance	Required. $10,000 bond and insurance for bodily injury of at least $25,000 for each person and $50,000 for each accident, as well as property damage insurance of at least $25,000 for each accident and $50,000 aggregate. Insurance company must be licensed in Georgia.
Operator	License required by state law.
MANUFACTURE, STORAGE, TRANSPORTATION
	Annual license fee for conducting business in the state: $1,000. Expires Dec 31 each year.
ENFORCING AUTHORITY
	Safety Fire Commissioner State of Georgia 612 West Tower, Floyd Bldg. #2 MLK, Jr. Drive Atlanta, GA 30334 404-656-5875 www.inscomm.state.ga.us/
LAW NUMBER
	25-10 Georgia Code, Chapter 10 NFPA 1123 adopted with modifications NFPA 1124 adopted with modifications NFPA 1126 adopted with modifications

CONSUMER FIREWORKS
Specifically Permitted	Sparklers, snake/glow worm pellets, smoke devices, trick noisemakers, and plastic or paper caps.
Specifically Prohibited	Firecrackers, torpedoes, skyrockets, roman candles, and bombs.
DISPLAY FIREWORKS
Display Permit	Required. Apply to local authorities at least 15 days before display date.
Insurance	Required. No amount specified in state law.
Operator	No license specifically required in state law but display must be handled by competent individual designated by local authorities.
Sale	Fireworks must be purchased from licensed wholesaler.
MANUFACTURE, STORAGE, TRANSPORTATION
	Safe plant location and storage areas specified in state law.
LICENSING
	Manufacturing permit required, $50 fee, apply to State Fire Marshal. Governing body will require a bond of not less than $1,000 from the licensee.
ENFORCING AUTHORITY
	State Fire Marshal State of Illinois Division of Fire Prevention 1035 Stevenson Drive Springfield, IL 62730-4219 217-785-4714 www.state.il.us/osfm/
LAW NUMBER
	425 ILCS 30, 425 ILCS 35

CONSUMER FIREWORKS
Specifically Permitted	Dipped sticks or wire sparklers (not to exceed 100 grams per item; devices containing chlorate or perchlorate salts not to exceed 5 grams), cylindrical and cone fountains, illuminating torches, wheels, ground spinners, flitter sparklers, snakes, smoke devices, and trick noisemakers.
DISPLAY FIREWORKS
Display Permit	Apply to State Fire Marshal at least 15 days before display date.
Insurance	Required: $10,000 minimum to $100,000 maximum personal injury insurance, $10,000 minimum to $100,000 maximum property damage insurance.
Operator	Operator must be approved by the chief of the fire department for the area in which the display is to be filed. Application for any permit must name a complete operator and include a brief resume of the operator’s experience.
MANUFACTURE, STORAGE, TRANSPORTATION
	Prior to shipment of fireworks, novelties and trick noisemakers into the state, shipper must submit to the State Fire Marshal complete descriptions of items being transported, written certification that the devices are in compliance with Indiana law, and a $1,000 registration fee to receive mandatory certificate of compliance. Shipping crates must be labeled with exact number of pieces enclosed.
ENFORCING AUTHORITY
	State Fire Marshal State of Indiana Indiana Government Center South 402 W. Washington Street, Rm E241 Indianapolis, IN 46204 (317) 232-2226 www.in.gov/sema/osfm/
LAW NUMBER
	IC 22-11-14, Amendments 1992 IC 22-11-14-1, Amendments 1996

CONSUMER FIREWORKS
Specifically Permitted	Gold sparklers containing no magnesium, chlorate or perchlorate, flitter sparkler not more that ?” in diameter, and snakes containing no mercury.
Specifically Prohibited	Firecrackers, torpedoes, skyrockets, roman candles, daygo bombs.
DISPLAY FIREWORKS
Display Permit	Apply to local authorities.
Insurance	None specifically required in state law but may be local requirements.
Operator	No license specifically required in state law but must be handled by a competent authority.
ENFORCING AUTHORITY
	Iowa State Fire Marshal Division of State Fire Marshal 215 E. 7th Street Des Moines, Iowa 50319-0001 515-281-5821 www.state.ia.us/epd/fire.htm
LAW NUMBER
	Health, Safety and Welfare Code of Iowa, Section 727.2

CONSUMER FIREWORKS
Specifically Permitted	All pyrotechnic devices classified as consumer fireworks by DOT, except certain rockets.
Specifically Prohibited	Any rockets mounted on a wire or stick, any device containing such rockets.
Selling Period	June 27-July 5 (including delivery of mail-order fireworks)
DISPLAY FIREWORKS
Display Permit	Apply to local authorities for written permission. NFPA1123 requirements adopted by reference.
Insurance	Required per NFPA 1123, Sec. 6-32.
Operator	License required.
MANUFACTURE, STORAGE, TRANSPORTATION
	NFPA 1124 adopted by reference.
REGISTRATION
	Any manufacturer or wholesaler who stores, handles, possesses, or transports rockets mounted on a stick or wire for any purpose outside the state must register annually with the State Fire Marshal. Applications received before May 31, valid for 1 year.
ENFORCING AUTHORITY
	State Fire Marshal State of Kansas 700 SW Jackson Street, Suite 600 Topeka, KS 66603-3714 785-296-3401 www.accesskansas.org/firemarshal/
LAW NUMBER
	Kansas Statues 31-133, 134, 155, 156 Kansas Regulations 22-6-1 et seq.

CONSUMER FIREWORKS
Specifically Permitted	Ground and hand-held sparkling devices (dipped stick sparkler, cylindrical and cone fountain, illuminating torch, wheel, ground spinner, flitter sparkler,) smoke, novelties, and trick noisemakers.
Specifically Prohibited	No common fireworks item shall be offered for sale if it has as part of its device any wings, fins, or other mechanism designed to cause the device to fly, or if it carries a cautionary label which includes in its description any of the following terms: explosive, emits flaming pellets, flaming balls, firecracker, report, or rocket.
Selling Period	Fireworks must be approved Type E.
Age of Purchase	16 years
DISPLAY FIREWORKS
Display Permit	Notify State Fire Marshal at least 15 days prior to display date. Prior to submission, must secure approval of local authority having jurisdiction where display will be conducted.
Insurance	Minimum required by law is $10,000, local authorities may require a larger amount.
Operator	No license required in state law, display must be handled by a competent operator, to be approved by the local authority.
MANUFACTURE, STORAGE, TRANSPORTATION
	NFPA 1124 adopted by reference
ENFORCING AUTHORITY
	State Fire Marshal Commonwealth of Kentucky Division of Fire Prevention 101 Sea Hero Road, Suite 100 Frankfort, KY 40601-5405 502-573-0364 http://hbc.ppr.ky.gov/Fireworks.htm
LAW NUMBER
	KRS 227.700 – 227.900

CONSUMER FIREWORKS
Specifically Permitted	Consumer fireworks as defined by DOT and the CPSC. Cylindrical fountains, cone fountains, illuminating torches, pyrotechnic wheel devices, ground spinners, flitter sparklers, toy smoke devices, sky rockets and bottle rockets, missile-type rockets, helicopter aerial spinners, roman candles, mines or shells, firecrackers, and multiple tube fireworks.
Specifically Prohibited	Cherry bombs, tubular salutes, 2” American made salutes, firecrackers exceeding 1½”in length or ¼” in diameter, repeating bombs, aerial bombs, torpedoes exceeding ?” in diameter, roman candles larger than 10 ball, and sky rockets larger than 6 ounces.
Selling Period	Noon June 25 through midnight July 5, and noon December 15 through midnight January 1.
Age of Purchase	15 years
DISPLAY FIREWORKS
Display Permit	Apply to State Fire Marshal or certified local authorities at least 5 days before event, $10 fee.
Insurance	None specifically required in state law.
STORAGE/DISPLAY
	Storage and handling requirements specified in state law.
LICENSING
	Apply to State Fire Marshal for annual license before April 1. Fees: Manufacturer $10,000 Assembler 1,000 Distributor 2,000 Importer 500 Jobber 250 Retailer 100 Wholesalers and retailers must purchase from Louisiana-licensed suppliers, even if suppliers live out-of-state.
ENFORCING AUTHORITY
	Office of State Fire Marshal Mechanical Safety Section 7919 Independence Blvd. Baton Rouge, LA 70806-4125 www.dps.state.la.us/sfm/index.htm
LAW NUMBER
	LA Revised Statues 51:650

CONSUMER FIREWORKS
Specifically Permitted	Sparklers without magnesium, chlorates or perchlorate, and plastic and paper caps.
Specifically Prohibited	Firecrackers, torpedoes, skyrockets, roman candles, bombs, rockets, wheels, colored fire, fountains, mines, and serpents.
DISPLAY FIREWORKS
Display Permit	Apply to commissioner of public safety at least 15 days before display date. $180 test fee, and $25 renewal fee per calendar year for license to discharge fireworks; $111 fee for inspection of fireworks display sites; $30 fee for permit for supervised display of fireworks for period of time specified in permit.
Insurance	$300,000 liability
Operator	Minimum age: 21 years. Operator must take test for certification from State Fire Marshal’s Office.
MANUFACTURE, STORAGE, TRANSPORTATION
	NFPA 1123 adopted by reference, special rules apply. NFPA 1124 adopted by reference. NFPA 160 adopted by reference.
ENFORCING AUTHORITY
	State Fire Marshal State of Maine 52 State House Station Augusta, ME 04333-0052 207-624-8964 www.state.me.us/dps/fmo/homepage.htm
LAW NUMBER
	8 MRSA c9-A (1985) State Fire Marshals Rules 1-17


Specifically Permitted	Sparklers containing not more than .0125 lbs (0-2 oz) of pyrotechnic composition, flitter sparklers, cone and cylinder fountains, snakes, and smoke devices.
Specifically Prohibited	All other consumer fireworks, or fireworks of like construction.
DISPLAY FIREWORKS
Display Permit	Apply to local authorities.
Insurance	Required; amount determined by local authorities.
Operator	No license specifically required in state law, local authorities may rule on competency and qualifications of operator.
MANUFACTURE, STORAGE, TRANSPORTATION
	Storage regulations specified in state law.
LICENSING
	Wholesale license required. Apply to local authorities. Minimum age 18 years.
ENFORCING AUTHORITY
	Michigan State Police Fire Marshal Division 7150 Harris Drive Lansing, MI 48913 517-322-1924 www.mspfmd.org/general_ndx.htm
LAW NUMBER
	1931 PA328, as amended

CONSUMER FIREWORKS
Specifically Permitted	Wire or wood sparklers of not more than 100 grams of pyrotechnic composition per item. Ground-based sparkling devices which are non-explosive and non aerial, and contain 75 grams or less of chemical mixture per tube or a total of 200 grams or less for multiple tube items and include: fountains, cones, illuminating torches, wheels, ground spinners, flitter sparklers, flash / strobes, and novelty devices including snakes, glow worms, trick noisemakers, party poppers, and snappers.
Specifically Prohibited	Firecrackers, torpedoes, missiles, skyrockets, bottle rockets, roman candles, daygo bombs, mines and shells, chasers, and parachutes.
Selling Period	No restrictions on time of year for sale, possession, or use.
Age of Purchase	18 years
DISPLAY FIREWORKS
Display Permit	Apply to municipal clerk in the municipality where the display will take place at least 15 days before date of display or county auditor if display will take place outside a city.
Insurance	Required, in amount deemed adequate by fire chief.
Operator	Must be state certified by written exam from State Fire Marshal and proof of experience.
MANUFACTURE, STORAGE, TRANSPORTATION
	State and local permits required to manufacture.
SALE, POSESSION AND USE OF FIREWORKS
	Prohibited except as otherwise provided in Sec. 624.20 to 624.25.
ENFORCING AUTHORITY
	State of Minnesota Department of Public Safety Division of State Fire Marshal 444 Cedar Street St. Paul, MN 55101 651-215-0500 www.fire.state.mn.us
LAW NUMBER
	MN Statutes 624.20 et seq. 2003 MN State Fire Code, Chapter 33

CONSUMER FIREWORKS
Specifically Permitted	Consumer fireworks as defined by the DOT.
Specifically Prohibited	Cherry bombs, tubular salutes, repeating bombs, aerial bombs, and torpedoes.
Selling Period	June 15-July 5 and December 5-January 2
Age of Purchase	12 years
DISPLAY FIREWORKS
Display Permit	Apply to local authorities at least 10 days before display date. Provisions of NFPA Standard 1123 must be met.
Insurance	Bond or certificate of insurance required in an amount deemed adequate by the fire official for payment of personal or property damages.
Operator	No license specifically required in state law.
MANUFACTURE, STORAGE, TRANSPORTATION
	Safe storage areas and safe disposal specified in the law, but must be a competent operator, approved by the fire official.
LICENSING
	State and local licenses are required to manufacture fireworks; apply to state tax commission and local authorities.
ENFORCING AUTHORITY
	Mississippi Dept. of Insurance Office of the Fire Marshal 1415 Woolfolk Bldg. P.O. Box 22542 Jackson, MS 39225-2542 www.doi.state.ms.us/marsha.html
LAW NUMBER
	MS Code Chpt. 13, Art. I Std. Fire Prev. Code, 1988 Chpt. 20

CONSUMER FIREWORKS
Specifically Permitted	Consumer Fireworks in compliance with the regulations of the CPSC.
Specifically Prohibited	Ground salutes that exceed DOT limits.
Selling Period	June 20-July 10 and December 20-January 2
Age of Purchase	14 years unless accompanied by parent or guardian.
DISPLAY FIREWORKS
Display Permit	Apply to State Fire Marshal or to local authorities.
Insurance	Must furnish proof of financial responsibility to satisfy claims for personal injury or property damage.
License	License specifically required in state law.
MANUFACTURE, STORAGE, TRANSPORTATION
	Safe storage areas specified in law.
LICENSING
	Permit required. Apply to State Fire Marshal. Annual fees as follows: Manufacturer $750 Distributor $750 Wholesaler $250 Jobber $500 per location Display or retail $ 25 per location
ENFORCING AUTHORITY
	State Fire Marshal State of Missouri P.O. Box 844 Jefferson City, MO 65102 314-751-2930 or 800-877-5688 www.mdfs.state.mo.us/dfsfrwrk.htm

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CONSUMER FIREWORKS
Specifically Permitted	Items meeting the CPSC requirements, except for items specifically prohibited (see below). Mail orders prohibited.
Specifically Prohibited	Skyrockets, roman candles, bottle rockets.
Selling Period	June 24-July 5 and December 29-December 31.
Sale	Salesperson’s minimum age: 18 years. Wholesalers permit required.
DISPLAY FIREWORKS
Display Permit	Apply to State Fire Marshal or to local authorities at least 15 days before display date.
Insurance	Required in an amount considered adequate by the State Fire Marshal or local authorities, not less than $500, bond of $100,000 per display.
Operator	No license specifically required, operator must be approved as “competent” by State Fire Marshal or local authorities.
ENFORCING AUTHORITY
	Fire Prevention & Investigation Bureau 303 N. Roberts- 3rd Floor P.O. Box 201415 Helena, MT 59620-1415 406-444-2050 www.doj.state.mt.us
LAW NUMBER
	Title 50-Chapter 37, Montana Code Amended

CONSUMER FIREWORKS
Specifically Permitted	Novelty items, snakes, and sparklers do not require a permit to be sold in Nebraska. Gold and silver sparklers (colored sparklers prohibited) spray fountains, torches, color fire cones, star and comet type aerial shells without explosive charge, lady fingers not to exceed ?” in length and ?” in diameter, total pyrotechnic composition not to exceed 50 mg. each, color wheels and any other item approved by Fire Marshal. Samples for all fireworks must be submitted to Fire Marshal prior to sale for separate test shoot examination. Permissible fireworks list issued annually in January.
Selling Period	June 25-July 4, except in Omaha, where fireworks are prohibited. Lincoln has a 2 day selling period.
DISPLAY FIREWORKS
Display Permit	Apply to State Fire Marshal at least 10 business days before display date. $10 permit fee. Aerial shells may not exceed 6” O.D. unless electrically fired. Regulations Title 157 Chapter 3 contain other limitations.
Insurance	Not specifically required in state law.
Operator	Requires pyrotechnics certification by State Fire Marshal or a valid license from the APA or PGI.
LICENSING
	Apply to State Fire Marshal between Jan 1 and June 10 of each year. License good for calendar year in which issued. Retailers and wholesalers must purchase from distributors licensed in Nebraska. Licenses available until June 30, a $50 late fee after June 10. License costs $10 Display, $500 Distributor, $200 Jobber, $25 Retail
ENFORCING AUTHORITY
	State Fire Marshal State of Nebraska 246 So. 14th Street Lincoln, NE 68508 402-471-2027 www.sfm.state.ne.us
LAW NUMBER
	Nebraska State Statutes et seq. Chapters 1-8 Title 157, Nebraska State Fire Marshal Nebraska Rev. Statutes § 28-1239.01 to 28-1252

CONSUMER FIREWORKS
Specifically Permitted	Fireworks designated as consumer fireworks.
Specifically Prohibited	Dangerous fireworks, including large firecrackers, aerial displays and items that explode on impact or by friction.
DISPLAY FIREWORKS
Display Permit	Apply to local authorities. $100,000 per person, $1,000,000 per occurrence. Minimum property damage coverage: $1,000,000.
Insurance	Applicant for operators certificate must complete written application, must be 21 years of age, and must pass a written examination administered by the State Fire Marshal’s Office. The fee for initial certificate and renewal is $55 for each category of certificate.
Operator	Categories: Indoor stage $ 110.00 Outdoor aerial $ 110.00 Special affects $ 110.00 Show specific $ 110.00 Pyro assistant trainee $ 27.50 Magician $ 27.50 Flame effect operator $ 27.50 Flame effect assistant $ 27.50 All above certificates are valid from July 1 through the next June 30.
LICENSING
	Renewal of licenses is between April 1 and June 1 of each year.
ENFORCING AUTHORITY
	Nevada State Fire Marshal Division 107 Jacobsen Way Carson City, NV 89704 775-687-4444 http://www.fire.state.nv.us/
LAW NUMBER
	2000 Nevada State Fire Marshal regulations NAC 47

CONSUMER FIREWORKS
Specifically Permitted	Cone and cylindrical fountain, ground spinner, party popper, snake/glow worm snapper, wheel. (Small sparklers not regulated as Consumer Fireworks and therefore allowed.) Items listed on permissible fireworks list.
Specifically Prohibited	Items not specifically permitted, including large sparklers.
DISPLAY FIREWORKS
Display Permit	Required. Apply to local authorities at least 15 days before display date.
Insurance	$100,000 liability maybe required.
Operator	State Police Certificate of Competency required. Written examination. Minimum age 21 years, fee $40.
LICENSING
	State license for sale of fireworks required, valid for 1 year, $1,500 annual fee. Minimum age 21 years. Must have ATF permit plus local permit.
ENFORCING AUTHORITY
	Director of State Police New Hampshire Department of Safety Division of State Police 10 Hazen Drive, Room 106 Concord, NH 03305 603-271-2575 www.state.nh.us/safety/nhsp
LAW NUMBER
	N.H. Code of Admin Rules SAF-C 5000 & 2600 RSA 160-B & 160-C

CONSUMER FIREWORKS
Specifically Permitted	All items that comply with the requirements of the CPSC, except stick-type rockets having a tube less than ¼” inside diameter. Municipalities may prohibit use of aerial and ground audible devices.
Age of Purchase	16 years
DISPLAY FIREWORKS
Display Permit	Required. Obtain from governing body of the county of municipality where display is to be held.
Insurance	Not specifically required in state law.
Operator	No license specifically required in state law.
LICENSING
	License required, fee as follows: Manufacturer license $1500 Distributor license $2000 Wholesaler license $1000 Display Distributor $1000 Specialty retailer license $750 Retailer permit (required $750 For each location) License good for 1 year. Apply to State Fire Marshal’s office.
ENFORCING AUTHORITY
	State Fire Marshal State of New Mexico P.O. Box 1269 Sante Fe, NM 87504-1269 505-827-3761 www.nmprc.state.nm.us/firemarshals/sfmo.htm
LAW NUMBER
	Fireworks Licensing and Safety Act, Section 60-2c-1 through 11. Effective Feb 1, 1990

CONSUMER FIREWORKS
Specifically Permitted	Sparklers, fountains, smoke devices, snake and glow worms, trick noisemakers, and toy pistol caps.
Specifically Prohibited	Explosive or aerial fireworks, roman candles, and rockets or similar devices.
DISPLAY FIREWORKS
Display Permit	Apply to local fire official. Must comply with NFPA 1123, NFPA 1126 and Chapter 33 of International Fire Code, 2000 Edition.
Insurance	None specifically required in state law.
Operator	No license specifically required in state law, operator must be technically competent. May be local requirements. Bond or certificate of insurance required.
MANUFACTURE, STORAGE, TRANSPORTATION
	Manufacturing of fireworks not permitted.
LICENSING
	State License required annually, apply to state tax commissioner. Wholesaler distribution $1400 Wholesaler 400 Retail permit required at local level, apply to municipal clerk, $50 fee. Wholesalers may sell only to licensed retailers or jobbers. Retailer may buy only from licensed wholesaler or jobbers.
ENFORCING AUTHORITY
	North Carolina Office of State Fire Marshal 111 Seaboard Avenue Raleigh, NC 27604 (919) 733-2142 www.ncdoi.com/OSFM/
LAW NUMBER
	GS Chpt. 14, Art. 54 GS Chpt. 14, Sec. 414

CONSUMER FIREWORKS
Specifically Permitted	Star lights, helicopter flyers, cylindrical fountains, cone fountains, wheels, torches, colored fire, sparklers, dipped sticks, comets, shells, soft shell firecrackers not to exceed 1½” in length and ¼” in diameter, total pyrotechnic composition not to exceed 50 mg each.
Selling Period	June 27-July 5
Age of Purchase	12 Years
DISPLAY FIREWORKS
Display Permit	Apply to city auditor at least 15 days before display date, $2 fee.
Insurance	None specifically required in state law.
Operator	No license specifically required in state law. Rules of public display as defined in NFPA 1123 shall be used. Distributor license: apply to Licensing Division, Attorney General, $250 fee. Retail license: apply to county sheriff, $5 fee. Wholesale license also required.
LICENSING
	License good for calendar year in which issued. Only licensed wholesaler or retailer may import fireworks into state. Retailers must purchase only from licensed wholesaler.
ENFORCING AUTHORITY
	State Fire Marshal State of North Dakota P.O. Box 1054 Bismark, ND 58502-1054 701-328-5555 www.ag.state.nd.us/
LAW NUMBER
	ND Century Code 23-15-01 et seq.

CONSUMER FIREWORKS
Specifically Permitted	All fireworks meeting the requirements of the CPSC, unless specifically prohibited.
Specifically Prohibited	Skyrockets, including bottle rockets or stick rockets, M-80s, mail order sales of fireworks, and door to door sales.
Selling Period	June 15-July 6 and December 15-January 2
Age of Purchase	At least 12 years of age, unless with adult.
DISPLAY FIREWORKS
Display Permit	Apply to local authorities at least 10 days before display date, or State Fire Marshal if no local permit procedure. Permit must be signed by city clerk or State Fire Marshal.
Insurance	Required. Minimum $5,000 financial liability, minimum $10,000 personal liability for a single accident, $5,000 minimum property damage.
Operator	No license specifically required in state law, but display must be under supervision of a competent operator of legal age (21).
MANUFACTURE, STORAGE, TRANSPORTATION
	NFPA-160 adopted by reference. NFPA-1124 adopted by reference. NFPA-1123 adopted by reference. NFPA-1126 adopted by reference.
LICENSING
	Apply to Oklahoma Tax Commission on or before March 1 annually. Distributor $1,000 Manufacturer $1,000 Wholesaler $500 Retailer $10 (may be purchased from a licensed wholesaler, manufacturer or distributor)
ENFORCING AUTHORITY
	State Fire Marshal 2401 NW 23rd Street, Suite 4 Oklahoma City, OK 73107 405-522-5005 www.state.ok.us/~firemar/
LAW NUMBER
	1991 Oklahoma Stat, Title 68, Sec. 1621 et seq.

CONSUMER FIREWORKS
Specifically Permitted	Sparklers, toy pistols, or other devices in which paper caps are used which contain .25 grains or less of explosive compound, and are constructed so the hand cannot come into contact with the cap when in place for the explosion. Also permitted are toy cannons which operate on the principle of mixing calcium carbide, weighting less that 1/10th ounce and water in the reservoir of the cannon, and in which ignition results upon the creation of a spark.
Specifically Prohibited	Any combustible or explosive composition prepared for the purpose of producing a visible or an audible effect by combustion, explosion, deflagration or detonation. This includes, but is not limited to, firecrackers, skyrockets, roman candles, aerial fireworks, or other fireworks of like construction, and any fireworks containing any explosive or flammable compound.
DISPLAY FIREWORKS
Display Permit	Apply to local authorities, in writing, at least 15 days in advance. Business entity performing, providing or supervising fireworks displays or exhibitions for profit must register annually with the Attorney General.
Insurance	Required, in amount deemed adequate by local AHJ.
Operator	No license specifically required in state law.
ENFORCING AUTHORITY
	Commander Fire Marshal Section Pennsylvania State Police 1800 Elmerton Avenue Harrisburg, PA 17110 717-783-5529
LAW NUMBER
	P.L. 134, No 65 (Revised May 1984)

CONSUMER FIREWORKS
Specifically Permitted	All fireworks that comply with CPSC regulations.
Specifically Prohibited	All consumer fireworks made wholly or in part of dynamite, nitroglycerin, or giant powder.
Selling Period	June 27-July 5
Sale	Retailers must purchase from licensed wholesaler. Sale or use prohibited in Black Hills district or in any national or state forest or park. Sale from any vehicle prohibited. Salesperson’s minimum age 18 years. Special retail license for sales to out of state residents available.
DISPLAY FIREWORKS
Display Permit	Apply to local authorities. Display must comply with NFPA 1123. Must purchase fireworks from a licensed wholesaler.
Insurance	None specifically required in state law.
Operator	No license specifically required in state law.
LICENSING
	Apply to State Fire Marshal by June 15. Retail and wholesale licenses required annually. Good for calendar year. Wholesale $500 Retail $25
ENFORCING AUTHORITY
	State Fire Marshal State of South Dakota 118 W. Capital Ave. Pierre, SD 57501-2036 605-773-3562 www.state.sd.us/dps/fire/FIRE_HOM.HTM
LAW NUMBER
	State Code, Chapter 34-37