This bill aims to enhance public safety by regulating the manufacture, sale, and use of fireworks in Minnesota. It amends existing statutes to include new definitions for various types of fireworks, such as "aerial and audible devices," and establishes specific regulations regarding their sale and use. Notably, the bill prohibits the possession or use of certain fireworks on public property and mandates that sellers verify the age of purchasers. Additionally, it allows local governments to impose licensing fees for the retail sale of these fireworks, with specific limits on the fees that can be charged.

Furthermore, the bill introduces a new provision for the allocation of revenues generated from the sale of aerial and audible devices. Starting from sales taxes remitted after June 30, 2025, the commissioner will deposit these revenues into designated accounts, with 25% allocated to the volunteer fire assistance grant account and another 25% to the fire safety account, while the remainder will go to the general fund. This change is intended to ensure that a portion of the revenue from fireworks sales is dedicated to public safety initiatives. The bill also includes an effective date for these provisions, set for June 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 297A.94, 624.20