CPSC Restores Its Quorum With Two New Commissioners, Strengthening Oversight of Consumer Fireworks The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — the federal agency that regulates the safety of consumer fireworks — is back at full strength after months of operating without a voting quorum. The agency confirmed in early September that it has welcomed
WASHINGTON, D.C. — As the nation barrels toward its 250th birthday, lawmakers are moving to give fireworks a permanent place on the calendar. Rep. Eric Burlison (R-MO) has introduced a House resolution recognizing July as National Fireworks Month, timed to coincide with America's semiquincentennial celebrations in 2026. The Resolution The measure, unveiled alongside the newly
The American Pyrotechnics Association (APA) is counting down to its 2026 Annual Meeting and Convention, which opens this weekend at Disney's Yacht & Beach Club Resorts in Orlando, Florida. Running from September 28 through October 2, 2026, this year's gathering — themed "Stars, Stripes & Sparks — APA Igniting the Spirit of America" — arrives
Mid-Autumn Festival (Sept 25, 2026) and National Day create a compressed demand window for China’s fireworks industry, rippling through Asian celebrations and export supply chains.
The best fireworks YouTube channels for product reviews, professional show documentaries, behind-the-scenes factory tours, and pyrotechnic science in 2026.
The CPSC's eFiling program is now in effect, requiring fireworks importers to submit compliance certificates electronically before goods enter U.S. commerce. Here's what it changes for the industry.
From Chinese New Year to Bastille Day and beyond, explore how global fireworks culture shapes the way the world celebrates ? and the shared craft that powers every display.
As we step into 2023, the world of pyrotechnics is lighting up like never before. Enthusiasts and casual observers alike can look forward to an exhilarating year in fireworks, with innovations that promise to enhance the visual spectacle, improve safety, and even reduce environmental impact. Let’s delve into the most exciting developments in
