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Proposal to legalize regulated consumer fireworks and add 16% tax draws testimony on safety and animal setbacks
Summary
Delegate Hornberger told the Economic Matters Committee HB 1502 would legalize defined consumer fireworks, set a 16% tax estimated to raise roughly $3.2 million and split revenue among 9‑1‑1 and fire/rescue funds; residents and the Maryland Horse Council urged larger setbacks to protect animals.
Delegate Hornberger told the committee HB 1502 aims to keep sales in-state and generate revenue, saying the fiscal note "shows that the passage of this bill will enact roughly $3,200,000 in tax revenue." He described coordination with the fire marshal and local governments on permitted product classes and setbacks.
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