HB0057

Failed

Fireworks on the 4th of July.

Allow counties and municipalities to permit fireworks use and possession on July 4 in public areas.

Full legal title

AN ACT relating to public health and safety; prohibiting counties and municipalities from prohibiting or regulating the use or possession of fireworks on July 4; allowing the use and possession of fireworks on July 4 in state parks, campgrounds and similar areas; and providing for an effective date.

Parks & Rec

Sponsor:

Co-sponsors: Representative(s) Allemand, Davis, Haroldson, Larsen, L, Nicholas, Singh, Strock, Senator(s) Driskill

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What does this bill do?

Prohibits counties and municipalities from restricting fireworks use or possession on July 4 between noon and midnight, and allows fireworks in state parks and campgrounds during that time period.

Prohibits municipal ordinances from banning or regulating the use or possession of fireworks between noon and midnight on July 4 each year, unless the restriction is part of an open fire ban. (W.S. 35-10-205(b))
Prohibits county resolutions from banning or regulating the use or possession of fireworks between noon and midnight on July 4 each year, unless the restriction is part of an open fire ban. (W.S. 35-10-208(d))
Allows the use or possession of fireworks in state parks, campgrounds, recreational grounds, historic landmarks, and historic sites between noon and midnight on July 4 each year, except in areas subject to an open fire ban. (W.S. 36-8-104(a)(iii))

Effective: Upon completion of all acts necessary for a bill to become law

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Actions (3)

2/3/2025(House)

H Did not Consider for Introduction

1/2/2025(House)

H Received for Introduction

12/18/2024(LSO)

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