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CO SB019
Bill
AI Summary
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Amends Colorado law to allow counties to restrict fireworks sales, use, and possession during May 31 through July 5 only if the county adopts a resolution finding high fire danger based on competent evidence.
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Expands the definition of "competent evidence" to include predictions of future fire danger from the National Interagency Coordination Center, localized fuel moisture content data, and similar fire danger indices.
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Requires counties to promptly consider rescinding fireworks restrictions if weather changes eliminate high fire danger conditions during the May 31-July 5 period.
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Maintains that any adopted ordinance remains fully enforceable until the county formally rescinds the restrictions, regardless of subsequent weather changes.
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Declares the act necessary for immediate preservation of public peace, health, and safety.
Legislative Description
County Fireworks Restrictions July 4th
Last Action
Governor Signed
3/21/2019