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FLORIDA – State Lawmakers Seek to Expand Fireworks Market
There is a bill working its way through the Florida House (HB 6037) to repeal a prohibition on the sale and use of fireworks and remove the loophole, which requires people buying fireworks to sign a form saying they will only use the explosives to scare off birds on agricultural land or at fish hatcheries. For Updates … Continue reading
PENNSYLVANIA — Consumer Fireworks Now Legal
On October 30, 2017, Act 43 of 2017 replaced the old fireworks law. The Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture, Bureau of Ride and Measurement Standards continues to perform licensing functions under the new law. The new law is effective immediately with a 90 day transition period for existing licensees to continue to operate (under the conditions of … Continue reading
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Indiana Fireworks Association is Hitting the Road!
The Indiana Fireworks Association is hitting the road! We will be discussing bills in the legislature, DOT updates, Financial State of the Association, Ways to improve your business and help protect our Industry. We will discuss the settlement between the Association and the State Fire Marshal’s office regarding certificates of compliance and temporary storage containers … Continue reading
New Kansas rule: Fireworks can be sold like Girl Scout cookies
Starting this Fourth of July, nonprofit groups will be allowed to sell fireworks like Girl Scout cookies and Boy Scout popcorn, according to a new state policy. Read more here: http://www.kansas.com/news/politics-government/article141456784.html
GEORGIA – Just in Time for New Years: Fireworks Prohibition Lifted
Recent rainfall has led Georgia’s governor to lift a temporary prohibition on lighting fireworks across the state. An order, released by Governor Nathan Deal’s office on Tuesday, says that due to recent rainfall, the order issued in November has been lifted. Read More Here: http://www.wtoc.com/
Indiana Fireworks Association Attorney John Brooke Featured in Indianapolis Monthly
When stupidity meets a screech rocket, Muncie attorney John Brooke often gets the call. Read more here: http://www.indianapolismonthly.com/news-opinion/trial-by-fireworks/
American Pyrotechnics Association Launches Youth Education Initiative to Improve Fireworks Safety
American Pyrotechnics Association Launches Youth Education Initiative to Improve Fireworks Safety. Read more here: https://pyro.memberclicks.net/pr-apa-launches-ed-initiative
West Virginia – Law allowing the use of some aerial fireworks took effect last Wednesday
A new — and very long overdue law — took effect last Wednesday allowing for the use of some aerial fireworks in the Mountain State. That means folks in West Virginia will finally have access to a greater variety of fireworks without having to travel out of state. Read more here: http://bit.ly/friendoffireworks
MINNESOTA – Fireworks Bill Making Early Noise at State Capital
Members of the Public Safety and Crime Prevention Policy and Finance approved a bill Thursday that would add more powerful “aerial and audible devices” to the list of allowable fireworks. The list is currently limited to novelty devices. Read more here: http://bit.ly/1nANk2d
ARIZONA – Fireworks Bill Shoots Out of House
For the third time in a decade, state lawmakers are moving to allow Arizonans to possess and use things that blow up and shoot upFor the third time in a decade, state lawmakers are moving to allow Arizonans to possess and use things that blow up and shoot up. Read more here: http://bit.ly/1pj0Vgn
WEST VIRGINIA – Consumer Fireworks Bill Passed, Introduced February 29
Bill passed in West Virginia to legalize consumer fireworks. Once the House formally concurs HB 2852 will go to the governor. Read more here: http://bit.ly/1YbpFCP
THANK YOU! February IFA Membership Renewal
Thanks to the following companies who renewed IFA membership in February: East Chicago Sales, Inc. Fireworks Over America Lynch Imports **NEW MEMBER 2016 Marvin’s Fireworks Mr. Fireworks North Central Industries, Inc. Party at Trav’s Peak Performance RKM Fireworks **NEW MEMBER 2016 The Really Good Stuff Wayne’s World Westedge Novelties, Inc. Willy’s Works Fireworks
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PENNSYLVANIA – Bill would end PA’s illogical fireworks ban
Last week a Senate committee heard comments on a reasonable proposal to legalize the sale and purchase of consumer fireworks in Pennsylvania without a permit: http://www.publicopiniononline.com/story/opinion/2016/02/17/bill-would-end-pas-illogical-fireworks-ban/80496776/
REMINDER – DOT Training in Ft. Wayne, Indiana 02.11.16
Friendly Reminder: The IFA is hosting a DOT Training Seminar conducted by former DOT inspector Tom Dunaway. When: Next Thursday – February 11, 2016 @ 8:30AM-4:00PM Where: Ft. Wayne, Indiana at Kim Walls Skating Rink 444 W. Coliseum Blvd. Cost: MEMBERS – $125 // NON MEMBERS – $200 (Price includes lunch) It isn’t too late … Continue reading
THANK YOU! January IFA Membership Renewal
Way to start the year off right! Thanks to the following companies who renewed IFA membership in January: ½ Price Fireworks Big Boom Fireworks Big Fireworks Candle Fundraising and Wholesale, LLC Freebies Fireworks Jake’s Fireworks Millennial Fireworks P & P Imports, Inc. Phantom Fireworks Patriotic Fireworks Sky Thunder (VW Company) Uncle Sam’s Fireworks USA Fireworks … Continue reading
Annual Recap and Forecast
Happy Holidays and a New Year As we near the end of 2015, I would like to take this time to recap this year’s successes for the Industry and the Indiana Fireworks Association. 2015 was as a very good year for the Association in that it increased its membership from 51 members in 2014 to … Continue reading
ANNOUNCEMENT – IFA to Host DOT Training Session – Spring 2016
The Indiana Fireworks Association will once again host DOT training in the spring of 2016. The date and location has yet to be determined. The class will be taught by Tom Dunaway who once worked for Federal Department of Transportation and is now an accomplished trainer. Please let me know if you are interested in … Continue reading
IMPORTANT – DOT TRAINING CLASS APRIL 2
THE INDIANA FIREWORKS ASSOCIATION IS PLEASED TO ANNOUNCE DOT TRAINING CLASS WHERE: HOLIDAY INN 4788 NESBITT DRIVE RENSSELAER, IN 47978 EXIT 215 – I65 WHEN: THURSDAY, APRIL 2, 2015 TIME: 8:30 AM (CHICAGO TIME) COST: MEMBERS – $150.00/PERSON NON MEMBERS – $200.00/PERSON THIS CLASS IS VERY IMPORTANT AND SHOULD BE ATTENDED BY EVERY RETAILER IN … Continue reading
OPEN TO THE PUBLIC – DOT TRAINING CLASS
THE INDIANA FIREWORKS ASSOCIATION IS PLEASED TO ANNOUNCE DOT TRAINING CLASS WHERE: HOLIDAY INN 4788 NESBITT DRIVE RENSSELAER, IN 47978 EXIT 215 – I65 WHEN: THURSDAY, APRIL 2, 2015 TIME: 8:30 AM (CHICAGO TIME) COST: MEMBERS – $150.00/PERSON NON MEMBERS – $200.00/PERSON THIS CLASS IS VERY IMPORTANT AND SHOULD BE ATTENDED BY EVERY RETAILER IN … Continue reading
Illinois County considers legalizing fireworks
Repost of original Effingham Daily News Article posted here EFFINGHAM — In an effort to keep local money spent by fireworks enthusiasts within the county, Effingham County officials are thinking about breaking new legal ground. State’s Attorney Bryan Kibler said no Illinois county has tried to legalize consumer fireworks, which are technically illegal under the … Continue reading
West Virginia Legislative Update
On the last day of the 2015 regular session, when several key bills crashed and burned, much of the fireworks in the final hours were over a bill that originally intended to legalize fireworks in the state but had been “Christmas treed” in the Senate to include multiple provisions, including exemptions from smoking bans at … Continue reading
Protected: MEMBERS ONLY – UPDATE 02.23.15 – West Coast Port Labor Negotiations Coalition Update
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Protected: MEMBERS ONLY – IMPORTANT – West Coast Port Labor Negotiations Coalition Update
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Protected: MEMBERS ONLY – Important Meeting Overview
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Legislative Update
The General Assembly is moving forward into its second month and there are two bills that if passed will change the days consumers have to enjoy their fireworks in Indiana. The bills are Senate Bill 124 and House Bill 1384. Both Bills seek to further restrict the use of fireworks for Hoosier consumers. At this time both bills are … Continue reading
Protected: MEMBERS ONLY – Welcome to Friend of Fireworks!
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Welcome to Friend of Fireworks!
Welcome to the Indiana Fireworks Associations new website – Friend of Fireworks! This site is designed for Fireworks Wholesalers, Retailers and the thousands of people who love and enjoy their fireworks during the 4th of July, other holidays and special occasions. This website is an interactive site that allows you to share your views, connect … Continue reading
Protected: MEMBERS ONLY – Year In Review
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