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SB 417 moves fireworks display permitting to local fire authority; Tift County to update ordinance and fees
Tift County Board of Commissioners · March 1, 2026
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Summary
Senate Bill 417 transfers permitting authority for fireworks displays from Probate Court to the local fire authority and allows up to $100 in administrative fees. Tift County staff recommended amending the Code of Ordinances and the schedule of fees to reflect the change; both items were placed on the Sept. 9 consent agenda.
County Clerk Miriam Jordan told the board that Senate Bill 417 transfers responsibility for issuing fireworks display permits from the Probate Court to the local fire authority and authorizes…
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