SB 828CALIFORNIASession 20252026

California SB 828 increases fireworks fines, expands inspection powers, and tightens licensing requirements

Original title: Fireworks licenses and permits: disqualifying conditions: local jurisdictions.

August 30, 2026

Fireworks Public Safety Licensing Local Government Fines Fireworkslicensesandpermits disqualifyingconditions localjurisdictions

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Where This Stands

Currently Unknown. The next step in the legislative lifecycle is Introduced.

Version history & redline

5 versions on file

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The Frame

What this does

This bill changes the regulatory landscape for fireworks businesses and local governments by increasing financial penalties for violations, requiring more frequent local inspections, and creating new administrative burdens for obtaining and maintaining fireworks licenses.

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

Fireworks wholesalers, manufacturers, importers, and exporters

These businesses must comply with new storage disclosure requirements, undergo annual local inspections, and face higher penalties for violations.

Local fire departments and public agencies

These agencies are granted new inspection and enforcement powers, including the ability to charge fees to recover administrative costs.

What changed

Last recorded activity August 30, 2026.

What's next

Introduced.

Summary

SB 828 increases maximum fines for fireworks-related s, mandates stricter storage disclosure for fireworks licensees, and grants local fire officials expanded authority to inspect facilities and seize illegal fireworks. The bill also broadens the criteria for license denial and extends the duration for which the State Fire Marshal can suspend a license during an investigation.

Key Facts

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Why It Matters

Frequently Asked Questions

How much will I be fined for a fireworks violation under this bill?

If the violation is an , the maximum fine is $1,000 for a first offense, $2,000 for a second offense within 5 years, and $5,000 for subsequent offenses within 5 years.

Can local fire departments inspect my fireworks storage site?

Yes, under this bill, local fire officials are required to inspect fireworks facilities and storage sites within their jurisdiction at least once every 12 months.

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Connected Entities

organizationState Board of Fire Services“Advisory body to the State Fire Marshal”Map →

organizationState Fire Marshal“Primary regulatory body for fireworks in California”Map →

organizationCommission on State Mandates“Body responsible for determining state-mandated cost reimbursements”Map →

organizationUnited States Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives“Federal agency issuing explosives licenses”Map →

organizationController“State office previously receiving a portion of fireworks fines.”Map →

Sources

Open source document

openstates.org

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