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HB 1482 - Fireworks Displayer Licensing Act Public Act 93- 0263. Effective July 22, 2003.

HB 1482 - In the Fireworks Displayer Licensing Act, provides that after December 1, 2003, all pyrotechnic displays, both indoor and outdoor, must comply with the requirements set forth in the Act. Provides that after July 1, 2004, a pyrotechnic distributor may sell to anyone who presents a current BATF license and a local fireworks display permit from the local fire chief. In provisions amending the Fireworks Use Act with respect to the issuance of a public fireworks display permit, requires a site inspection to determine that the display will be in full compliance with the 2000 edition of the National Fire Protection Association 1123 Code for Fireworks Display or with the 2001 edition of the National Fire Protection Association Standard for the Use of Pyrotechnics before a Proximate Audience.

For the language in PA 93-0263 link to the Public Act on site at the Illinois General Assembly.

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