The federal law is only the minimum standard however, and each state is free to enact laws that are more stringent if they so choose. Many states have laws which further restrict access to …

Jul 5, 2024 · Massachusetts is the only state in the U.S. where it is illegal to sell, use or otherwise possess fireworks of any kind as a private citizen. Many communities across the state host …

Jun 27, 2024 · Illegal are things like firecrackers, roman candles, chasers, wire and wooden stick sparklers and skyrockets. There are also three states—Hawaii, Nevada and Wyoming—that...

Today, consumer fireworks are legal for purchase in 49 states. Only Massachusetts completely bans the sale of all fireworks. In Hawaii, Nevada, and Wyoming, fireworks are regulated at the …

Jul 1, 2022 · States like Vermont and Illinois only permit the purchase of sparklers and novelty-type fireworks, outlawing all the main types of fireworks. Washington, D.C. is the same. …

There’s actually only one state that completely bans all consumer fireworks. That’s Massachusetts. However, even Massachusetts does permit fireworks displays put on by …

With the Fourth of July rapidly approaching, inspectors across the country are ramping up efforts to stop illegal firework use and sales. While there's nothing more American than celebrating our...

Aug 11, 2023 · Verify that the type of fireworks you wish to use are legal to use in your state. Refrain from using fireworks while under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or other substances …

all fireworks, by their nature, are hazardous and can cause injuries. Fireworks are classified as hazardous substances under the Federal Hazardous Substances Act (FHSA). Some fireworks, …

Jan 14, 2025 · HONOLULU (AP) — Hawaii Gov. Josh Green on Monday proposed a range of new penalties to crack down on those who flout the state’s fireworks laws, nearly two weeks …