A fireworks bill is still making its way through the legislative process in the Iowa Senate.

State Senator Ken Rozenboom says this bill would legalize the sale, use and regulation of consumer fireworks designated to meet standards of the American Pyrotechnics Association. He says approximately 40 other states allow for the use of some or all consumer fireworks.

The proposed legislation would place the regulation duties within the office of the state fire marshal to enforce all laws dealing with the use and sale of fireworks. Under provisions in the bill, individuals would get licenses to sell, with revocation of licensure for violations of the law. The bill also restricts the use of consumer fireworks to those 18 years or older and provides designated use times.