Kansas bill would allow firework sales year-round, 'We are losing a lot of revenue' [View all]
Kansas lawmakers are considering a bill that would allow firework sales year-round, a move that could help small businesses and the state's coffers collect more revenue.
The Senate Commerce Committee held a Tuesday hearing on Senate Bill 378, which expands the existing season for firework sales around the Fourth of July while also permitting year-round retail sales.
The bill was introduced at the request of Sen. Caryn Tyson, R-Parker, who said constituents Sarah Beagel and Brent Aiello had approached her to ask for the legislation.
"This isn't for the big business people," Tyson said. "This is literally for the mom and pops. And I appreciate you guys reaching out. This is how the process is supposed to work."
Read more: https://www.cjonline.com/story/news/politics/2022/02/03/kansas-firework-sales-would-legal-year-round-under-senate-bill-sb-378/9300442002/
(Topeka Capital-Journal)
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