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MS HB886

Bill

Official Source

Status

Failed

2/3/2026

Primary Sponsor

Stephen Horne

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Requires all fireworks sold at wholesale and retail to be stored and sold within permanent structures, eliminating temporary roadside stands
  • Authorizes year-round fireworks sales in Mississippi, removing the previous seasonal restrictions (May 23-July 12 and December 5-January 9)
  • Maintains existing safety requirements including fire extinguishers, "No Smoking" signage, and prohibition on sales to children under 12
  • Preserves local authority for municipalities and county boards of supervisors to further regulate or prohibit fireworks sales and use within their jurisdictions
  • Takes effect July 1, 2026

Legislative Description

Fireworks; authorize sale and purchase of year-round from permanent structure.

Last Action

Died In Committee

2/3/2026

Committee Referrals

Judiciary A1/16/2026

Full Bill Text

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