Senate Bill No. 996 proposes an amendment to the Occupations Code regarding the sale of fireworks by retail fireworks permit holders. The bill introduces a new subsection (g-1) that allows these permit holders to sell fireworks to the public specifically on July 5, 2026, from 12:01 a.m. to 11:59 p.m. This provision is temporary and will expire on September 1, 2026.

The bill is set to take effect on September 1, 2025, following its approval by the Senate Committee on Local Government. This legislation aims to regulate the sale of fireworks on a designated date, potentially in response to public demand or specific events occurring on that day.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Occupations Code 2154.202 (Occupations Code 2154)
Senate Committee Report: Occupations Code 2154.202 (Occupations Code 2154)