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IL HB6252
Bill
Status
3/25/2010
Primary Sponsor
Andre Thapedi
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AI Summary
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Amends the Fireworks Use Act to add definitions for advertisers and advertising mediums including billboards, radio, television, and print advertising.
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Requires all consumer fireworks advertisements on commercial mediums to include a warning statement: "WARNING: Illinois Law Prohibits the Possession of Certain Fireworks Without a Proper Permit. Check with Local Fire Department/Law Enforcement Prior to Purchase," effective January 1, 2011.
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Specifies warning format requirements: billboards must follow 15 U.S.C. 1333 (b)(3) standards, print must follow federal Family Smoking Prevention and Tobacco Control Act standards, and broadcast warnings must be verbal, clear, and concise.
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Establishes penalties of up to $1,000 per day for advertisers whose advertisements do not conform to the warning requirements.
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Authorizes the State's Attorney or Attorney General to enforce the section through civil actions including temporary restraining orders and injunctions.
Legislative Description
FIREWORKS-CONSUMER PERMIT
Last Action
Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments
5/7/2010