FIRE PROTECT/FIRE MARSHAL: Provides relative to the sale of fireworks
This bill updates Louisiana laws governing the sale and use of fireworks by clarifying definitions, restricting specific dangerous items, and establishing licensing requirements. It prohibits the possession or sale of certain commercial fireworks, such as cherry bombs and large Roman candles, allowing only 1.4G classified items to be sold by licensed retailers. The legislation sets specific time windows for retail sales, primarily during holidays like July Fourth and New Year's Eve, and bans the storage of fireworks in homes. Additionally, it creates new license categories for professional operators and special effects technicians, requiring them to pass exams and pay fees to legally conduct public displays.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Mar 2026
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Mar 31, 2026
Last action Apr 1, 2026
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Apr 1, 2026
Committee
Read by title, under the rules, referred to the Committee on Commerce.
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1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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Party
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Chance Henry
RRepublican
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