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TX HB1629

Bill

Status

Passed

6/20/2025

Primary Sponsor

Brooks Landgraf

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Origin

House of Representatives

89th Legislature Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Expands the geographic area eligible for Cinco de Mayo fireworks sales (May 1-5) from 100 miles to 150 miles from the Texas-Mexico border

  • Maintains existing fireworks sales periods: June 24 through midnight July 4, and December 20 through midnight January 1

  • Requires county commissioners court approval for fireworks sales during the May 1-5 period in eligible counties

  • Passed the House on May 14, 2025 (120-19 vote) and the Senate on May 28, 2025 (31-0 vote)

  • Takes effect immediately with two-thirds legislative approval, otherwise September 1, 2025

Legislative Description

Relating to fireworks sales to the public by retail fireworks permit holders in certain counties.

County Government

Last Action

Effective immediately

6/20/2025

Committee Referrals

Local Government5/19/2025
County & Regional Government Subcommittee3/12/2025

Full Bill Text

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