House Bill 2223, also known as Senate Bill 2419, amends various sections of the Tennessee Code Annotated related to the sale and regulation of fireworks and introduces new definitions and requirements for sparkling devices. The bill specifies that "ten (10) days" is replaced with "ten (10) business days" in Section 68-104-211(a)(3). It also adds definitions for "novelties" and "sparkling devices" in Section 68-104-101, outlining what constitutes these items and their permissible characteristics. Additionally, it establishes a registration requirement for sellers of sparkling devices, including a $25 registration fee and age restrictions for registrants.

The bill further modifies existing regulations regarding the sale and use of fireworks and sparkling devices. It clarifies that certain toy devices are not classified as fireworks and can be sold at all times. It also updates the age requirement for purchasing Class C common fireworks or sparkling devices to 16 years, with specific identification requirements for those aged 16 or 17. The bill prohibits the sale of these items in certain populated areas and outlines restrictions on their use near sensitive locations such as schools and hospitals. Finally, it states that existing local ordinances that restrict fireworks also apply to sparkling devices unless amended to allow their sale or use. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2026.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 68-104-211(a)(3), 68-104-211
Amended with SA1004 -- 04/16/2026: 68-104-211(a)(3), 68-104-211, 68-104-101, 68-104-102, 68-104-105, 68-104-110, 68-104-111(a), 68-104-111, 68-104-111(b), 68-104-112(a), 68-104-112, 68-104-116