Texas Fireworks Laws

Texas Fireworks Laws

CONSUMER FIREWORKS
Specifically Permitted	All fireworks meeting requirements of CPSC and DOT Consumer Fireworks definitions, except for small rockets (less than 4 gms propellant, and casings less than ?� x 3 �� overall length.)
Specifically Prohibited	Small rockets (see above.)
Selling Period	June 24-July 4 and December 20-January 1
Retail Sale	An annual, non-renewable, retail fireworks permit is required for each retail location, $20 fee. Expires January 31 each year. May be purchased from a licensed manufacturer, distributor or jobber.
Age of Purchase	12 years
DISPLAY FIREWORKS
Display Permit	Required. Written application to State Fire Marshal at least one day before display date, $50 fee.
Insurance	Required, not less than $500,000 general liability insurance.
Special Effects Operator	Annual operator�s license fee in an amount not to exceed $100. Applicant must take and pass an exam, if required. Must have assisted in at least five public displays and be at least 21 years of age.
MANUFACTURE, STORAGE, TRANSPORTATION
	State regulations relating to manufacturing, storing and transportation.
LICENSING
	Annual licenses required, including non-residents. Apply to State Fire Marshal, valid one year from date of issue. Retail permittees may purchase fireworks only from a distributor or manufacturer or jobber licensed by the State. Manufacturer $1000 Distributor $1500 Jobber $1000 Public Display: Single $50, Multiple $400
ENFORCING AUTHORITY
	Texas Dept of Insurance, State Fire Marshal�s Office P.O. Box 149221 Austin, TX 78714-9221 512-305-7900 www.tdi.state.tx.us/fire/indexfm.html
LAW NUMBER
	TX Code Chpt. 2154; Rules 28 TAC 34.800