Hawaii SB302 restricts consumer fireworks use to cultural purposes and prohibits their use on major holidays.
Hawaii SB302 aims to mitigate the public safety risks and disruptions caused by consumer fireworks. The bill authorizes the sale and use of consumer fireworks only for cultural purposes and prohibits their use on New Year's Eve, the Fourth of July, and Chinese New Year's Day. It defines "consumer fireworks" and "cultural" use, and mandates permits for their purchase and use. The bill also outlines specific prohibitions, including the sale or use of fireworks within certain distances of sensitive areas like hospitals and schools.
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