Fireworks licenses and permits: disqualifying conditions: local jurisdictions.
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- Introduced
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- Passed Assembly
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Overview
This bill modifies regulations surrounding fireworks licenses and permits in California, primarily focusing on storage facilities. It requires applicants for wholesaler, manufacturer, importer, and exporter licenses to disclose the addresses of intended storage sites and mandates ongoing notification to the State Fire Marshal and local entities about these locations. The bill also increases fines for violations related to fireworks storage and introduces stricter requirements for documentation and permits, aiming to enhance public safety and accountability.
Key provisions
- Requires applicants for certain fireworks licenses to disclose the addresses of intended storage facilities.
- Mandates ongoing notification to the State Fire Marshal and local entities regarding fireworks storage locations.
- Increases fines for violations related to fireworks storage and notification requirements.
- Expands the definition of ‘dangerous fireworks’ to include types not examined by the State Fire Marshal.
- Requires licensees to provide documentation affirming permit possession and local land use approvals.
- Authorizes public agencies to adopt fees for administering fireworks permits.
- Repeals a previous exemption for paper caps.
- Raises maximum fines for infractions related to fireworks violations.
Who is affected
- Fireworks manufacturers
- Fireworks wholesalers
- Fireworks importers
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