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MO HB981

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

4/2/2013

Primary Sponsor

Diane Franklin

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Origin

House of Representatives

2013 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Repeals and replaces section 320.151 of Missouri Revised Statutes regarding fireworks regulations
  • Prohibits retail sale of fireworks to children under 14 years old unless a parent or guardian is present
  • Forbids persons under 16 years old from selling fireworks or working in fireworks storage or sales facilities without adult supervision
  • Allows fireworks to be ignited within 600 feet of a church if the person obtains written approval from the church secretary at least 24 hours in advance
  • Maintains existing prohibitions on igniting fireworks within 600 feet of hospitals, mental health facilities, and schools, and within 100 feet of fireworks storage or sales locations

Legislative Description

Allows a person to explode or ignite fireworks within 600 feet of a church if he or she obtains approval, in writing, from the church secretary at least 24 hours in advance

Last Action

Referred: Crime Prevention and Public Safety(H)

5/17/2013

Committee Referrals

Crime Prevention And Public Safety5/17/2013

Full Bill Text

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