What does Preamble of Fireworks for Freedom Act do?

This bill aims to provide a temporary waiver of certain Federal and State laws governing fireworks displays The waiver would be in effect during the 250th anniversary year of the United States The bill preserves local authority over fireworks displays

What does SHORT TITLE. of Fireworks for Freedom Act do?

This bill is formally titled the Fireworks for Freedom Act.

What does FINDINGS AND PURPOSE. of Fireworks for Freedom Act do?

This section outlines findings and purpose related to the 250th anniversary of the United States The year 2026 is marked for a year-long national commemoration A streamlined regulatory framework is proposed to facilitate public celebration

What does DEFINITIONS. of Fireworks for Freedom Act do?

This section defines key terms used within the Act. A 'covered fireworks display' is defined as any public or private display of fireworks, including various grades of pyrotechnics, conducted within the United States during the 'covered period'. The 'covered period' begins on the date of enactment of the Act and ends on December 31, 2026. A 'unit of local government' includes counties, municipalities, towns, townships, villages, parishes, boroughs, special districts, federally recognized Indian Tribes, and other general-purpose political subdivisions of a State, including fire protection districts or fire marshals.

What does WAIVER OF FEDERAL AND STATE LAW. of Fireworks for Freedom Act do?

This section waives certain Federal and State laws for covered fireworks displays during the covered period. The waiver applies to laws concerning event permitting, display-operation licensing, venue storage, and setback requirements. Federal laws and regulations, such as those related to pyrotechnic operators and Environmental Protection Agency standards, are preserved. State laws governing manufacture, sale, or purchase of fireworks, occupational safety and health, and consumer product safety are not preempted. Local government laws, regulations, and ordinances are not preempted by this section.

What does PRESERVATION OF FEDERAL AUTHORITY. of Fireworks for Freedom Act do?

This section preserves the full force of several federal laws and their regulations despite any provisions in section 4. Specifically, Chapter 40 of title 18 (explosive materials), Chapter 51 of title 49 (hazardous materials transportation), the Federal Hazardous Substances Act, the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970, and the Clean Air Act remain in effect. This section clarifies that nothing in the Act limits federal or state laws governing the manufacture, importation, wholesale distribution, retail sale, or purchase of fireworks or pyrotechnic materials.

What does PRESERVATION OF LOCAL AUTHORITY. of Fireworks for Freedom Act do?

Units of local government retain authority to regulate covered fireworks displays Local governments have authority over permitting, licensing, and inspection Local laws apply if a unit of local government has not authorized a display State enabling authority of local governments remains unaffected Tribal sovereignty to regulate fireworks within their jurisdiction is preserved

What does SUNSET. of Fireworks for Freedom Act do?

This Act, including the waiver provided under section 4, has a sunset provision. The Act will expire at 11:59 p.m. Eastern Standard Time on December 31, 2026.

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Fireworks for Freedom Act

Last updated: 4/30/2026 · Introduced: 4/30/2026

Author: Ken Calvert (R-CA)

TL;DR (AI)

This bill temporarily waives certain federal and state laws related to permitting, licensing, venue storage, and setback requirements for fireworks displays conducted in the United States during 2026, the 250th anniversary of the nation.
The bill preserves federal authority over laws concerning explosive materials, hazardous materials transportation, occupational safety, and environmental protection, as well as state laws governing the manufacture, sale, and purchase of fireworks.
Local governments retain their authority to regulate fireworks displays, including permitting, licensing, and inspection, within their jurisdictions.

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