Fireworks Sales and Firefighter Safety
professional and occupational licensing subcommittee of the Committee on Regulated Industries
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Feb 06, 2026
Meeting Information
The Professional and Occupational Licensing Subcommittee of the Committee on Regulated Industries convened to consider two legislative bills: HB 1095, which addresses temporary fireworks sales in tents, and HB 1086, focused on implementing safety signage for firefighters in buildings with light-frame construction.
Meeting Summary
HB 1095: Allowing Temporary Fireworks Sales in Tents
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Chairman Powell introduced HB 1095, a bill designed to permit temporary fireworks sales from tents, clarifying that this change would allow companies to use tents for sales, particularly for not-for-profit fundraising events. [Video 00:18:53]
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Eric Clausen from Jake's Fireworks spoke in support of the bill, highlighting that tent sales are a common and proven safe method across the United States and could generate more tax revenue for Georgia, especially with the upcoming 250th anniversary. [Video 00:26:00]
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The subcommittee voted to pass HB 1095 with a 'do pass' recommendation, advancing it to the full committee. [Video 00:27:19]
HB 1086: Firefighter Safety Signage for Light-Frame Construction
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Deputy Whip Chastain introduced HB 1086, a bill requiring low-cost signage on buildings constructed with light-frame wood or steel trusses to warn firefighters of early structural failure during fires. The bill was modeled after successful legislation in Florida. [Video 00:28:01]
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The bill is named in honor of two fallen Georgia firefighters, President Fant and Brent Chesney, who passed away in the line of duty, to recognize their service. [Video 00:29:28]
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Discussion included suggestions for consistent placement of the 8-inch Maltese cross decals, such as near Knox boxes, FCC connections, and outside electrical boxes, to ensure immediate visibility for first responders. [Video 00:33:00] [Video 00:34:55]
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The bill received endorsements from the Georgia Firefighters Association, Georgia Fire Chiefs Association, and Fire Engineering Service, and was passed by the subcommittee with a 'do pass' recommendation. [Video 00:29:06] [Video 00:37:06]
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