MD HB1002

Authorizes persons 18 years or older to purchase, possess, and use consumer fireworks in Maryland, with restrictions on discharge locations (300 feet from structures, 150 feet from livestock areas) and prohibitions on use while impaired, from vehicles, or at other persons

Establishes a 16% sales and use tax on consumer fireworks starting fiscal year 2027, with revenue distributed quarterly: 31% to the 9-1-1 Trust Fund, 31% to the Senator William H. Amoss Fire, Rescue, and Ambulance Fund, and 38% to the General Fund

Requires consumer fireworks to be sold only from State Fire Marshal-licensed permanent structures with fire-rated storage separation, monitored alarm systems, and minimum 1,500-foot distance from other licensed fireworks facilities

Permits temporary structure sales during limited periods (June 15-July 8 and December 21-January 2), with restrictions including 2,500 square foot maximum, $2 million liability insurance requirement, and limited product types

Allows counties to opt out by adopting local laws prohibiting the purchase, possession, use, or sale of consumer fireworks within their jurisdiction