DE HCR41

Encourages Delawareans to comply with all applicable laws when using fireworks or similar items, including on July 4, the third day of Diwali, December 31, and January 1

Calls for mindfulness of negative impacts fireworks may have on neighbors, particularly those with post-traumatic stress disorder (including veterans), young children, and service animals

Delaware Code Chapter 69 permits certain hand-held and ground-based sparklers on specified holidays and during 30-day sales periods, but does not override local noise ordinances

Directs government officials at all levels to promote awareness of lawful fireworks uses, especially before major holidays when fireworks are permitted

Notes that unlawful use of fireworks can present risks to health and property and that noise ordinances must still be respected regardless of fireworks' permitted status