March 23, 2025

State lawmakers might let Kansans buy fireworks all year long.  A bill in a Senate Committee also extends the calendar for seasonal fireworks sellers to set up shop.  Several seasonal fireworks vendors in the state say the state is losing tax revenue to Missouri, where sales can start earlier and in some locations, all year round.  Under the proposal, local governments would still be able to regulate the sale and use of fireworks.  Dodge City Officials oppose the bill, telling lawmakers it could mean more injuries and more work for police and firefighters.  Some believe there could have been a huge increase in sale the weekend of the Super Bowl

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