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STATE LAWS
CONSUMER FIREWORKS - 1.4 G (Formerly Class C Fireworks)
Specifically permitted All Fireworks meeting requirements of the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, and DOT Class C (now "Consumer Fireworks") definitions, except for small rockets (less than 4 gms propellant, and casings less the 5/8" x 3 1/2" overall length).
Specifically prohibited Small rockets (see above)
Selling period June 24 through July 4, December 20 through January 1.
Retail sale Permit required for each retail location. $20 fee. Expired January 31 each year. May be issued by a licensed manufacturer, distributor or jobber. Sales supervisor must be a least 16 years of age. Mail-order sale of class C fireworks prohibited.
Age to purchase 12 years
DISPLAY FIREWORKS - 1.3 G (Formally Class B Fireworks)
Display permit Required. Written application to State Fire Marshal. $50 fee.
Insurance Required. Not less than $500, 000 general liability insurance.
Special effects Operator License required. $25 fee. Applicant must take written examination supplemented by practical test or demonstration, if deemed necessary; must be at least 21 years of age.
Pyrotechnic Operator License required. $25 fee. Applicant must take written examination supplemented by practical test or demonstration, if deemed necessary; must have assisted in at least five public displays; must be at least 21 years of age.
MANUFACTURE, STORAGE, TRANSPORTATION
State regulations relating to manufacturing, storage and transportation.
LICENSING
Annual licenses required, including non-residents; apply to state fire marshal. Valid one year from date of issuer, Retail permittees may purchase fireworks only from a distributor or manufacturer licensed by the State. Supervisor must be at least 16 years of age. 
Manufacturer $1,000
Distributor 1,500
Jobber 1,000
Retailer (per outlet) 20
ENFORCING AUTHORITY
Texas Department of Insurance
State Fire Marshal's Office
P. O. Box 149221
Austin, TX 78714-9221
512.305.7932
LAW NUMBER
Insurance Code - Article 5.43-4 (Fireworks)
Fireworks rules - 28 T.A.C. §§ 34.800
DROUGHT LAW
§ 240.904.  Regulation of Restricted Fireworks

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