This bill, known as the "Fireworks for Freedom Act," aims to facilitate widespread public participation in fireworks displays throughout 2026, commemorating the 250th anniversary of the United States. It establishes a temporary waiver of certain Federal and State laws, regulations, and rules that would otherwise restrict or prohibit these displays. This waiver applies specifically to the act of conducting a display and the possession and use of fireworks at the display site, effective from the bill's enactment until December 31, 2026. The intent is to streamline regulatory frameworks for communities of all sizes to honor this historic occasion. Crucially, the bill preserves significant regulatory authority at both Federal and local levels. Federal laws concerning explosive materials licensing , hazardous materials transportation , consumer product safety , occupational safety and health , and Clean Air Act standards remain fully in force. Similarly, state laws governing the manufacture, sale, or purchase of fireworks , occupational safety, and consumer product safety are not preempted. Most importantly, units of local government retain full authority to regulate, restrict, permit, or prohibit displays within their jurisdictions, including control over permitting, fire codes, noise ordinances, and site-specific concerns, ensuring local communities can address safety and other considerations.