FL S0198

Repeals regulations requiring testing, approval, and registration of sparklers and manufacturers/distributors/wholesalers of sparklers, eliminating the State Fire Marshal's prior approval authority for sparkler products.

Prohibits the sale of any fireworks to persons under 18 years of age and authorizes the State Fire Marshal to adopt rules governing fireworks sales and use.

Removes the classification system distinguishing sparklers from fireworks and eliminates record-keeping requirements for retailers selling sparklers.

Simplifies exemptions to fireworks prohibitions by removing references to registered manufacturers and wholesalers, focusing instead on railroad signals, industrial use, theatrical blank cartridges, and military operations.

Makes technical corrections to cross-references and updates statutory language throughout Chapter 791 to reflect the elimination of sparkler-specific regulatory requirements.