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MA H1681

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

2/27/2025

Primary Sponsor

Rodney Elliott

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Origin

House of Representatives

194th General Court

AI Summary

  • Amends Section 39 of Chapter 148 of the General Laws to create enhanced penalties for illegal fireworks use in densely populated areas
  • Defines densely populated areas as census tracts with 1,000 or more persons per square mile
  • Establishes fines of $200 to $500, imprisonment up to 6 months, or both for violations in these areas
  • Authorizes law enforcement officers to seize fireworks without a warrant
  • Seized fireworks are forfeited to the Commonwealth upon conviction

Legislative Description

Further regulating the discharge of fireworks in densely populated neighborhoods

Last Action

Reported by committee to Clerk’s Office for processing, will accompany a study order

10/10/2025

Committee Referrals

Judiciary2/27/2025

Full Bill Text

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