The Texas Pyrotechnic Association

Texas 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 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
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.

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