News Article | August 17, 2023
Fireworks/Burn Ban
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Legal Guidance
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"I heard the 88th Legislature changed the fireworks statutes effective Sept. 1, 2023. What changed?" |
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Is there a new fireworks holiday?
Yes, HB 608 added Diwali to the list of discretionary fireworks holidays. To permit the sale of fireworks for Diwali in 2023, the commissioners court must adopt the order before Oct. 25. The Diwali fireworks period is Nov. 5-midnight, Nov. 14, 2023. Access a sample order and additional resources on our Burn Ban/Fireworks webpage.