Chief Patron: Pogge
Fireworks Regulation

Item 395 #1h

Language
Page 266, line 13, strike "$2,662,180" and insert "$2,737,180".
Page 266, line 13, strike "$2,732,065" and insert "$2,807,065".
Page 266, at the beginning of line 18, insert "A."
Page 266, after line 19, insert:
"B.  Out of the amounts appropriated for this item, $75,000 the first year and $75,000 the second year from the general fund is provided for the creation of program for the certification of individuals who operate fireworks shows in the the Commonwealth.  The State Fire Marshall shall insure that the individuals who operate fireworks shows in the Commonwealth are minimally knowledgeable and qualified to perform that function."

Explanation
(This amendment provides general fund dollars and a position to create a program for the certification and licensing of individuals operating fireworks shows.)