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IL SB1965
Bill
AI Summary
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Amends the Fireworks Use Act to add definitions of "advertiser" (a fireworks company purchasing an advertisement) and "advertising mediums" (billboards, radio, television, and print advertising including direct mail).
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Requires all commercial advertising for consumer fireworks by retailers to display the warning: "WARNING: IL Law Prohibits the Possession of Certain Fireworks Without a Proper Permit. Check with Law Enforcement Prior to Purchase" beginning January 1, 2012.
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Specifies warning format requirements: billboards must follow federal tobacco warning standards under 15 U.S.C. 1333(b)(3) or the Family Smoking Prevention and Tobacco Control Act; print advertising must follow format standards from the federal tobacco control act; broadcast warnings must be verbal, clear, and concise.
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Establishes a fine of up to $1,000 per day for advertisers whose advertisements do not comply with warning requirements.
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Authorizes the Attorney General to enforce the requirements and seek injunctive relief and civil penalties for violations.
Legislative Description
FIREWORKS-CONSUMER PERMIT
Last Action
Session Sine Die
1/8/2013