HI HB501

Amends Hawaii Revised Statutes Section 132D-6 to clarify exceptions to fireworks prohibitions by adding three new categories of permitted use.

Authorizes purchase and use of consumer fireworks, aerial devices, display fireworks, and pyrotechnic articles for movie, television, and theatrical productions upon issuance of valid permits by counties or the department of business, economic development, and tourism.

Permits law enforcement agencies with authority to enforce fireworks laws to test, dispose of, or destroy seized or impounded illegal fireworks without violating state prohibitions.

Takes effect upon approval of the bill.