N.J. Stat. § 21:2-17 — NJ Code / Title 21 / Chapter 2 / Section 2-17
Matches, liquor and narcotics
Status: in_force

No employee or other person shall enter or attempt to enter any fireworks plant with matches or other flame-producing devices, nor with liquor or narcotics in his or her possession or control, nor while under the influence of liquor or narcotics, nor partake of intoxicants or narcotics while in the plant.
N.J. Stat. § 21:1A-128 — NJ Code / Title 21 / Chapter 1A / Section 1A-128
Short title
Status: in_force

This act shall be known and may be cited as the "Explosives Act." L.1960, c. 55, p. 468, s. 1, eff. June 21, 1960.
N.J. Stat. § 21:2-16 — NJ Code / Title 21 / Chapter 2 / Section 2-16
Uniforms of employees
Status: in_force

All factory employees in fireworks plants employed in loading, filling or handling of charged fireworks in process of manufacture, or of explosive compositions, shall be clothed in suitable uniforms to be approved by the department of labor.
N.J. Stat. § 21:1A-138 — NJ Code / Title 21 / Chapter 1A / Section 1A-138
Blasting operations
Status: in_force

A. Persons authorized to conduct blasting operations and their employers or persons in charge of the operation shall comply with all provisions of this act and rules and regulations promulgated hereunder. No employer shall employ any person to prepare explosive charges or conduct blasting operations unless such person holds a valid permit to use explosives issued by the commissioner, provided however, that (a) explosives may be used by a miner in underground mining operations without a permit to use explosives if the blasting operations are under the direct supervision of a person in possession of a valid permit. (b) explosive charges may be prepared by a person at least 18 years of age without a permit to use explosives if such work is done under the direct supervision of a person in possession of a valid permit. (c) persons not less than 15 years of age shall be permitted to assist in the preparation or use of propellants in amateur rocket experimentation when such work is done under the actual control and supervision of a person in possession of a valid permit to use explosives, and in such a manner and place as to insure the safety of persons and property where such work is performed, and in conformity with rules and regulations promulgated under this act. B. The amount of explosives taken into a blast area shall never exceed the amount estimated by the blaster as necessary for the blast. C. When commercial explosives are used in conjunction with nitro-carbo-nitrates, all safety precautions and rules and regulations for commercial explosives shall be observed. D. Except when nitro-carbo-nitrates are mixed at the site of the blast for immediate use, any such mixing shall be deemed to be manufacturing of explosives and shall be subject to all applicable provisions relating thereto. L.1960, c. 55, p. 481, s. 11.
N.J. Stat. § 21:1A-143 — NJ Code / Title 21 / Chapter 1A / Section 1A-143
Partial invalidity
Status: in_force

If any provision of this act is adjudged unconstitutional or invalid for any reason, such adjudication shall not affect any of the other provisions of this act. L.1960, c. 55, p. 485, s. 16.
N.J. Stat. § 21:2-18 — NJ Code / Title 21 / Chapter 2 / Section 2-18
Smoking and carrying matches in fireworks plant
Status: in_force

No person shall smoke nor carry matches, a lighted cigar, cigarette or pipe within any room or inclosed place or upon any part of a fireworks plant.
N.J. Stat. § 21:2-29.1 — NJ Code / Title 21 / Chapter 2 / Section 2-29.1
Permit to store or sell fireworks for use for agricultural purposes
Status: in_force

It shall be unlawful to store or sell fireworks, designed or intended to be used for agricultural purposes as pest-control bombs in connection with the raising of crops, without first obtaining from the Commissioner of Labor a permit to store or sell such fireworks. The Commissioner of Labor is authorized to issue such permits subject to rules and regulations to be prescribed by him and upon the payment of the required fees. The rules and regulations shall be such as will reasonably protect the safety of the public by limiting the quantities to be stored in any one place and by providing safeguards against the danger of explosion and damage thereby to persons and property. In prescribing the rules and regulations, the commissioner shall consult and co-operate with the State Department of Agriculture. The fee for issuing any such permit shall be fixed by the commissioner according to a scale of quantities and locations prescribed by him, but in no case shall such fee exceed $100.00. L.1954,c.52,s.2; amended 1955, c.115,s.1; 1991,c.55,s.3.
N.J. Stat. § 21:2-23 — NJ Code / Title 21 / Chapter 2 / Section 2-23
Denial of certificate; reasons filed
Status: in_force

If the commissioner denies an application for a certificate of registration, he shall file in his office a statement of the reasons therefor and furnish the applicant with a copy of the same.
N.J. Stat. § 21:1A-141 — NJ Code / Title 21 / Chapter 1A / Section 1A-141
Exemptions
Status: in_force

Nothing contained in this act shall be construed as applying to the military or naval forces of the United States or its allies, or the duly authorized militia of any State, nor to the police or fire departments of this State, providing the same are acting in their official capacity and in the performance of their public duties. A. Nothing contained in this act shall be construed as applying to explosives which are in transit upon vessels, railroad cars or vehicles or while being held for delivery, when such transportation and delivery are under the jurisdiction of and in conformity with regulations adopted by the Interstate Commerce Commission, the United States Coast Guard or the Civil Aeronautics Board, and provided, further, that nothing in this act shall be construed as applying to the receipt, possession, and use of signals required for the safe operation of vessels, motor vehicles, railroad cars, or aircraft by the operators of such vessels, motor vehicles, railroad cars or aircraft. L.1960, c. 55, p. 484, s. 14.
N.J. Stat. § 21:1B-9 — NJ Code / Title 21 / Chapter 1B / Section 1B-9
Transfer of powers, functions and duties of superintendent of state police to commissioner of labor and industry
Status: in_force

All the powers, functions and duties heretofore exercised by the Superintendent of State Police pursuant to the provisions of P.L.1950, c. 139, as amended (C. 21:1B-1 et seq.) and pertaining to the design, construction, location, installation and operation of equipment for storing, handling and utilizing liquefied petroleum gases at places of employment are hereby transferred to and vested in the Commissioner of Labor and Industry. L.1972, c. 107, s. 1.
N.J. Stat. § 21:2-37 — NJ Code / Title 21 / Chapter 2 / Section 2-37
Registration of fireworks manufacturers, dealers
Status: in_force

A person who is the owner or manager of a legally operated commercial enterprise involving the manufacture, distribution, storage, or sale of fireworks shall, in addition to the certificate of registration issued pursuant to R.S.21:2-22 or a permit issued pursuant to section 2 of P.L.1954, c.52 (C.21:2-29.1), annually register with the municipality in which the main office of the enterprise is located and with any municipality in which the enterprise stores fireworks, if fireworks are stored in a municipality other than the municipality in which the main office is located. The registration shall be filed with the agency authorized to enforce the "Uniform Fire Safety Act," P.L.1983, c.383 (C.52:27D-192 et seq.) by submitting a letter of registration or by completing a form supplied by the agency. An identification number for the registration shall be issued and a certified copy of the registration shall be returned to the owner or manager. The registration shall be available upon request for inspection by any person during normal business hours. A copy of each registration shall be forwarded to the Office of Safety Compliance in the Department of Labor. The agency with which a registration is filed may deny the registration if it finds that the enterprise is not a legally operated commercial enterprise. Denial shall be in writing with the reasons for denial clearly stated. A copy of the letter of the denial shall immediately be forwarded to the Office of Safety Compliance in the Department of Labor. L.1991,c.55,s.10.
N.J. Stat. § 21:1A-144 — NJ Code / Title 21 / Chapter 1A / Section 1A-144
Repeals
Status: in_force

The following statutes are hereby repealed: P.L.1941, c. 27 (approved March 28, 1941) and all amendments and supplements thereto. Sections 34:5-24 through 34:5-32 of the Revised Statutes. Sections 21:1-41 through 21:1-44 of the Revised Statutes. Sections 21:1-50 and 21:1-51 of the Revised Statutes. The repeal of any statute herein shall not be deemed to revive any act previously repealed by any such statute. L.1960, c. 55, p. 485, s. 17.
N.J. Stat. § 21:2-5 — NJ Code / Title 21 / Chapter 2 / Section 2-5
Explosives laws not repealed
Status: in_force

Nothing in this chapter contained shall be deemed to repeal any of the provisions of chapter one of this title (s. 21:1-1 et seq.).
N.J. Stat. § 21:1B-3 — NJ Code / Title 21 / Chapter 1B / Section 1B-3
Installation, maintenance of equipment.
Status: in_force

3. All equipment shall be installed and maintained in a safe operating condition and in conformity with the rules and regulations adopted under section 2 of this act; however, the inspection of propane gas equipment installations inside of predominantly residential buildings and those above ground installations which are on the outside of predominantly residential buildings may be made and approved or disapproved by the Construction Code official of the respective municipality pursuant to the standards promulgated by the Commissioner of Community Affairs. For purposes of this act "predominantly residential" means and includes buildings in which people reside or dwell as distinguished from buildings which are used entirely for commercial or business purposes. The term shall also include any building having 51% or more of its total floor space devoted to dwelling purposes. L.1950,c.139,s.3; amended 1958, c.43, s.4; 1975, c.165; 1999, c.109, s.7.
N.J. Stat. § 21:1C-3 — NJ Code / Title 21 / Chapter 1C / Section 1C-3
Model rocket, certification required for sale or usage
Status: in_force

3. A model rocket shall not be sold, offered for sale, made available to the public, or used in this State unless it has been certified by the commissioner. A model rocket shall not be used in this State except in accordance with this act and in compliance with the rules and regulations promulgated in accordance with section 6 of this act. L.1991,c.354,s.3.
N.J. Stat. § 21:1B-4 — NJ Code / Title 21 / Chapter 1B / Section 1B-4
Containers and receptacles
Status: in_force

No person, firm or corporation, other than the owner and those authorized by the owner so to do, shall sell, fill, refill, deliver or permit to be delivered, or use in any manner any liquefied petroleum gas container or receptacle for any gas, compound, or for any other purpose whatsoever. L.1950, c. 139, p. 274, s. 4.
N.J. Stat. § 21:2-27 — NJ Code / Title 21 / Chapter 2 / Section 2-27
Indemnity bond
Status: in_force

The owner or operator of any fireworks plant, within sixty days after demand therefor in writing by the commissioner of labor, unless exempted therefrom as hereinafter provided, shall file and keep on file with the department of banking and insurance of the state, an indemnity bond payable to the state of New Jersey in such sums as may be determined by the commissioner of labor and set forth in such demand, not in excess of fifty thousand dollars nor less than ten thousand dollars, with surety or sureties satisfactory to such department, conditioned for the payment of all final judgments that may be rendered against such owner or operator for damages caused to persons and property by reason of any explosion at such fireworks plant of the product or component part or parts thereof there manufactured, processed or handled.
N.J. Stat. § 21:1B-11 — NJ Code / Title 21 / Chapter 1B / Section 1B-11
Method of transfer
Status: in_force

The transfer directed by this act shall be effected pursuant to the "State Agency Transfer Act," P.L.1971, c. 375 (C. 52:14D-1 et seq.). L.1972, c. 107, s. 3.
N.J. Stat. § 21:1B-5 — NJ Code / Title 21 / Chapter 1B / Section 1B-5
Violations, penalties.
Status: in_force

5. It shall be unlawful for any person, firm, association, or corporation, on and after the effective date of this act to violate any of the provisions hereof or of the regulations made pursuant hereto. Any person, firm, association, or corporation violating any of the provisions of this act, or said regulations made hereunder shall be liable to a penalty of not less than $50.00 nor more than $500.00 to be collected in a summary proceeding in any municipal court or in the Superior Court. Each day during which any violation of this act or of said regulations continues shall constitute a separate and distinct offense. The Superintendent of State Police and the Commissioner of Community Affairs, according to the jurisdiction granted under section 2 of P.L.1950, c.139 (C.21:1B-2), are hereby authorized and empowered to compromise and settle any claim for a penalty under this section in such amount, in the discretion of the Superintendent of State Police and the Commissioner of Community Affairs, respectively, as may appear appropriate and equitable under all of the circumstances. L.1950,c.139,s.5; amended 1958, c.43, s.5; 1991, c.91, s.265; 1999, c.109, s.8.
N.J. Stat. § 21:1A-129 — NJ Code / Title 21 / Chapter 1A / Section 1A-129
Definitions
Status: in_force

As used in this act unless the context clearly indicates otherwise: (a) "Act" means this act and rules and regulations promulgated hereunder. (b) "Commissioner" means the Commissioner of the Department of Labor and Industry or his authorized representative. (c) "Barricaded" means that a building containing explosives is effectively screened from a magazine, inhabited building, railway or highway, either by a natural barricade or by an artificial barricade of such height that a straight line from the top of any sidewall of a building containing explosives to the eave line of any magazine or inhabited building or to a point 12 feet above the center of a railway or highway, will pass through such intervening natural or artificial barricade. (d) "Artificial barricade" means an artificial mound or properly revetted wall of earth of a minimum thickness of 3 feet. (e) "Natural barricade" means natural features of the ground including but not limited to hills, or timber of sufficient density so that the surrounding exposures which require protection cannot be seen from the magazine containing explosives when the trees are bare of leaves. (f) "Explosives" means any chemical compound or mixture that is commonly used or intended for the purpose of producing an explosion, that contains any oxidizing and combustible materials or other ingredients, in such proportions, quantities or packing that an ignition by fire, by friction, by concussion or by detonation of any part of the compound or mixture may cause such a sudden generation of highly heated gases that the resultant gaseous pressures are capable of producing destructive effects on contiguous objects. The term "explosives" shall include, but is not limited to commercial explosives, propellants and nitro-carbo-nitrates. The term "explosives" , except as specifically stated in this act, shall not include small arms ammunition, explosives in the forms prescribed by the official United States Pharmacopoeia, or fireworks regulated under Revised Statutes sections 21:2-1 through 21:2-7. (g) "Commercial explosives" means all explosives except propellants and nitro-carbo-nitrates, including, but not limited to, dynamite, black blasting powder, pellet powder, initiating explosives, blasting caps, electric blasting caps, safety fuses, fuse igniters fuse lighters, squibs, cordeau detonant fuses, instantaneous fuses, igniter cord and igniters. (h) "Propellants" means solid chemicals or solid chemical mixtures which function by rapid combustion of successive layers and include, but are not limited to, smokeless powder for small arms, smokeless powder for cannon, smokeless powder or solid propellants for rockets, jet thrust units, or other devices. (i) "Nitro-carbo-nitrate" means a mixture intended for blasting consisting substantially of inorganic nitrates and carbonaceous combustibles in which none of the ingredients is a commercial explosive and the finished product, as mixed and packaged for use or shipment, cannot be detonated by the test procedure established by rules and regulations promulgated under this act. (j) "Explosives manufacturing establishment" means all lands, and buildings situated thereon, used in connection with the manufacture of explosives. (k) "Explosives manufacturing building" means any building or other structure, except magazines, in which the manufacture of explosives is carried on. (l) "Magazine" means any building or structure used for the storage of explosives but shall not mean an explosives manufacturing building. (m) "Inhabited building" means a building regularly occupied in whole or in part as a habitation for human beings, or any church, schoolhouse, railroad station, store or other structure where people are accustomed to assemble, except any building or structure occupied in connection with the manufacture, transportation, storage or use of explosives. (n) "Highway" means any public street, road, highway, alley or those parts of navigable streams which are used as highways of commerce. (o) "Public conveyance" means any transportation facility which is carrying passengers for hire. (p) "Person" means any natural person, partnership, firm, association or corporation. (q) "Railway" shall mean and include any steam, electric or other railroad or railway which carries passengers for hire on the particular line or branch in the vicinity where explosives storage magazines or explosives manufacturing buildings are situated, but shall not include auxiliary tracks, spurs and sidings installed and primarily used for transporting freight. L.1960, c. 55, p. 468, s. 2.
N.J. Stat. § 21:2-25 — NJ Code / Title 21 / Chapter 2 / Section 2-25
Statement of reasons for revocation
Status: in_force

If a certificate is revoked the commissioner shall file in his office a statement of the reasons therefor and furnish a copy of same to the owner and persons operating the fireworks plant. No fireworks plant shall be operated after revocation of its certificate of registration until such fireworks plant complies with this chapter, and a new certificate is issued.
N.J. Stat. § 21:2-24 — NJ Code / Title 21 / Chapter 2 / Section 2-24
Revocation of certificate
Status: in_force

The commissioner may revoke a certificate of registration if the fireworks plant is not maintained in accordance with the provisions of this chapter applicable thereto.
N.J. Stat. § 21:2-7 — NJ Code / Title 21 / Chapter 2 / Section 2-7
Fireworks showers, pyrotechnics, prohibited in certain buildings, exceptions.
Status: in_force

21:2-7. a. The use of what are technically known as fireworks showers, or of any composition containing potassium and sulphur, inside any building other than as authorized in subsection b. of this section shall be unlawful. A violation of this section shall be subject to the provisions of R.S.21:3-8. b. The use of what are technically known as fireworks showers, or of any composition containing potassium and sulphur, in theaters or public halls, shall be permitted but shall be subject to prior approval by the appropriate fire official according to the provisions of the "Uniform Fire Safety Act," P.L.1983, c.383 (C.52:27D-192 et seq.). No fire official shall approve any such use unless the premises have been designed and constructed to accommodate such activity in accordance with the applicable provisions of the Uniform Fire Safety Code adopted pursuant to the "Uniform Fire Safety Act," P.L.1983, c.383 (C.52:27D-192 et seq.), the State Uniform Construction Code adopted pursuant to the "State Uniform Construction Code Act," P.L.1975, c.217 (C.52:27D-119 et seq.), or both. Amended 2005, c.115.
N.J. Stat. § 21:1A-130 — NJ Code / Title 21 / Chapter 1A / Section 1A-130
Enforcement
Status: in_force

The commissioner shall enforce the provisions of this act, make complaints against persons violating its provisions, and prosecute violations of the same. The commissioner and any authorized person acting under him shall have authority to enter and inspect any place or establishment covered by this act. If upon inspection the commissioner discovers a condition which exists in violation of the provision of this act or if the commissioner determines that certain precautions are reasonably necessary for the safety of workers and the public and the protection of property, he shall be authorized to order such violation to cease or such precaution to be taken. The order shall state the items which are in violation of the provisions of the act or the precautions which he deems reasonably necessary to be taken, and shall provide a reasonable specified time within which the required action must be taken by the person responsible. If the violation or the lack of certain precautions constitutes an imminent hazard and the commissioner's order is not obeyed, the commissioner may apply for an injunction in the Superior Court of New Jersey. Nothing herein shall be deemed to prevent the commissioner from prosecuting any violation of this act, notwithstanding that such violations are corrected in accordance with his order. The Division of State Police, Department of Law and Public Safety shall have concurrent enforcement power with regard to the transportation of explosives on any highway as defined in this act. Any person aggrieved by an order or act of the commission under this act may, upon application made within 15 days after notice thereof, be entitled to a hearing before the commissioner who shall within 30 days after submission of the application hold a hearing of which at least 15 days written notice shall be given to all interested parties. The commissioner, upon application therefor, may stay the operation of the order complained of pending his final determination upon such terms and conditions as he may deem proper. Within 30 days after the said hearing the commissioner shall issue an appropriate order modifying, approving or disapproving his prior order or act. A copy of such order shall be served upon all interested parties. L.1960, c. 55, p. 470, s. 3.
N.J. Stat. § 21:1A-135 — NJ Code / Title 21 / Chapter 1A / Section 1A-135
Manufacturing establishments under jurisdiction of commissioner; plan of establishment kept in main office; contents; filing of plan may be required; quantity and distance table
Status: in_force

All explosives manufacturing establishments shall come under the jurisdiction of the commissioner in accordance with the provisions of Title 34 of the Revised Statutes of the State of New Jersey. A. A copy of the plan of the explosives manufacturing establishment shall be kept in the main office of the premises of every such establishment and shall be open to inspection by the commissioner. The said plan shall show the location of all explosives manufacturing buildings, the distance they are located from other buildings on the premises and from magazines. Before a permit to manufacture is issued by the commissioner, he may require that such a plan be submitted to him in triplicate for approval. B. All commercial explosives manufacturing buildings shall be located one from the other and from other buildings of the explosives manufacturing establishment in which persons are regularly employed, and all commercial explosives magazines shall be located from explosives manufacturing buildings and other buildings of the explosives manufacturing establishment in which persons are regularly employed, in conformity with the Intra-Explosives Plant Quantity and Distance Table for commercial explosives set forth below. INTRA EXPLOSIVES PLANT QUANTITY AND DISTANCE TABLE FOR COMMERCIAL EXPLOSIVES Quantity of Explosives Pounds Pounds Distance in Feet Over Not Over Unbarricaded Barricaded 10 25 40 20 25 50 60 30 50 100 80 40 100 200 100 50 200 300 120 60 300 400 130 65 400 500 140 70 500 750 160 80 750 1,000 180 90 1,000 1,500 210 105 1,500 2,000 250 115 2,000 3,000 260 130 3,000 4,000 280 140 4,000 5,000 300 150 5,000 6,000 320 160 6,000 7,000 340 170 7,000 8,000 360 180 8,000 9,000 380 190 9,000 10,000 400 200 10,000 12,500 420 210 12,500 15,000 450 225 15,000 17,500 470 235 17,500 20,000 490 245 20,000 25,000 530 265 25,000 30,000 560 280 30,000 35,000 590 295 35,000 40,000 620 310 40,000 45,000 640 320 45,000 50,000 660 330 50,000 55,000 680 340 55,000 60,000 700 350 60,000 65,000 720 360 65,000 70,000 740 370 70,000 75,000 770 385 75,000 80,000 780 390 80,000 85,000 790 395 85,000 90,000 800 400 90,000 95,000 820 410 95,000 100,000 830 415 100,000 125,000 900 450 125,000 150,000 950 475 150,000 175,000 1,000 500 175,000 200,000 1,050 525 200,000 225,000 1,100 550 225,000 250,000 1,150 575 250,000 275,000 1,200 600 275,000 300,000 1,270 635 Note: Ten (10) pounds or less may be stored in a separate building or in storage space properly separated by substantial dividing walls. All explosives manufacturing buildings and magazines in which explosives are had, kept or stored must be located at distances from inhabited buildings, railways and public highways in conformity with the Tables of Distance established pursuant to section 9G of this act. L.1960, c. 55, p. 477, s. 8.
N.J. Stat. § 21:1B-2 — NJ Code / Title 21 / Chapter 1B / Section 1B-2
Regulations concerning transporting of liquefied petroleum gases.
Status: in_force

2. (a) The Superintendent of State Police shall coordinate the implementation and enforcement of regulations adopted pursuant to P.L.1983, c.401 (C.39:5B-25 et seq.) concerning the transporting of liquefied petroleum gases as required for compliance with the Code of Federal Regulations, Title 49. (b) The Commissioner of Community Affairs shall make, promulgate and enforce regulations setting forth minimum standards covering the design, construction, location, installation and operation of equipment for storing, handling or utilizing liquefied petroleum gases at public utility establishments operated by public utilities as defined in section 48:2-13 of the Revised Statutes and at marine terminals, pipeline terminals, refineries and manufacturing establishments, which shall not be deemed to include bulk plants, and specifying the odorization of said gases and the degree thereof prior to sale by the manufacturer. (c) All regulations promulgated under subsection (a) or (b) of this section shall be adopted only after a public hearing thereon and shall be such as are reasonably necessary for the protection of the health, welfare and safety of all persons and shall be in substantial conformity with the generally accepted and applicable standards of safety concerning the same subject matter. L.1950,c.139,s.2; amended 1958, c.43, s.3; 1999, c.109, s.6.
N.J. Stat. § 21:1B-15 — NJ Code / Title 21 / Chapter 1B / Section 1B-15
Recommendations to commissioner of assessments; disbursement; "Liquefied Petroleum Gas Education and Safety Board Fund."
Status: in_force

4. a. The board may recommend to the Commissioner of Community Affairs the level of an assessment to be levied on liquefied petroleum gas and the commissioner shall determine the level and may levy the assessment. The initial assessment shall be no greater than one-fifteenth of one cent per gallon. Thereafter, annual assessments shall be sufficient to cover the costs of the plans and programs developed by the board and approved by the commissioner, and the cost of administering the responsibilities of the department established pursuant to this act. The assessment shall not exceed one-half cent per gallon of odorized propane. The assessment may not be raised by more than one-tenth of one cent per gallon annually. The owner of liquefied petroleum gas immediately prior to odorization shall be responsible for the payment of the assessment on the volume of liquefied petroleum gas at the time of import or odorization, whichever is earlier. The commissioner may by regulation establish an alternative means for the department to collect the assessment if another means is found to be more efficient and effective. The commissioner may by regulation establish a late payment charge and rate of interest to be imposed on any person who fails to remit to the department any amount due. b. Pending disbursement pursuant to a program, plan or project, the State Treasurer may invest funds collected through assessments and any other funds received by the department, only in obligations of the United States or any agency thereof, in general obligations of any state or any political subdivision thereof, in any interest-bearing account or certificate of deposit of a bank that is a member of the Federal Reserve System, or in obligations fully guaranteed as to principal and interest by the United States. c. There is established a "Liquefied Petroleum Gas Education and Safety Board Fund" as a non-lapsing revolving fund within the Department of Community Affairs. All assessments, fees and penalties collected by the department under this chapter shall be deposited in the fund. The fund shall be administered by the Commissioner of Community Affairs and shall be used exclusively to defray all expenses incurred by the department in operation of the board and the administration of the department's responsibilities under this act. L.1999,c.109,s.4.
N.J. Stat. § 21:3-2 — NJ Code / Title 21 / Chapter 3 / Section 3-2
Sale, possession or use prohibited; exceptions.
Status: in_force

21:3-2. a. It shall be unlawful for any person to offer for sale, expose for sale, sell, possess or use, or explode any blank cartridge, toy pistol, toy cannon, toy cane or toy gun in which explosives are used; the type of balloon which requires fire underneath to propel the same; firecrackers; torpedoes; skyrockets, Roman candles, bombs, or other fireworks of like construction, or any fireworks containing any explosive or inflammable compound or any tablets or other device commonly used and sold as fireworks containing nitrates, chlorates, oxalates, sulphides of lead, barium, antimony, arsenic, mercury, nitroglycerine, phosphorus or any compound containing any of the same or other explosives, or any substance or combination of substances, or article prepared for the purpose of producing a visible or an audible effect by combustion, explosion, deflagration or detonation, other than aviation and railroad signal light flares. b. Notwithstanding subsection a. of this section, it shall be lawful for a person to offer for sale, expose for sale, sell, store, possess, or use: (1) a toy pistol, toy cane, toy gun, or other device in which paper or plastic caps containing .25 grain or less of explosive compound per cap are used, providing they are so constructed that the hand cannot come in contact with the cap when in place for use, and toy pistol paper or plastic caps which contain less than .20 grains of explosive mixture per cap; (2) sparkling devices and novelties as defined in R.S.21:2-2 if the person is 16 years of age or older. Sparkling devices and novelties, including their sale or use, shall not be subject to further regulation by a municipality pursuant to R.S.40:48-1, except that the storage and sale of items listed in this paragraph shall be consistent with the standards set forth in NFPA 1124 National Fire Protection Association Code for the Manufacture, Transportation, Storage and Retail Sales of Fireworks and Pyrotechnic Articles, 2006 edition; and (3) any item or device as otherwise provided in this chapter. c. Except as otherwise may be provided in this chapter, it shall be lawful to sell fireworks to a person only if that person is named as the authorized purchaser in a valid permit issued pursuant to R.S.21:3-3 or that person is the owner, manager, or designated employee acting as the agent of the owner or manager, of a legally operated commercial enterprise registered pursuant to section 10 of P.L.1991, c.55 (C.21:2-37), and the permit is presented to the manufacturer, seller or distributor at the time of purchase. If the manufacturer, seller or distributor is located in a state other than this State, a purchase shall be by mail order form and a photocopy of the valid permit or registration shall be submitted with the form to satisfy the requirement in this paragraph. amended 1962, c.82; 1970, c.220; 1991, c.55, s.4; 2017, c.92, s.3.
N.J. Stat. § 21:2-29 — NJ Code / Title 21 / Chapter 2 / Section 2-29
Prohibited places of storage or sale
Status: in_force

It shall be unlawful to store or sell fireworks: a. In any building where paints, oils or varnishes are manufactured or kept for use or sale, unless paints, oils and varnishes are in original unbroken containers; b. In any building where matches (other than approved safety matches), rosin, turpentine, gasoline, or other highly inflammable substances, or substances which may generate inflammable vapors are used, stored or kept for sale; c. In any building where stoves or exposed flame are used in the part of the building where fireworks are stored or offered for sale.
N.J. Stat. § 21:2-1 — NJ Code / Title 21 / Chapter 2 / Section 2-1
Short title of act
Status: in_force

This chapter may be cited as the "fireworks regulation law" .
N.J. Stat. § 21:1A-136 — NJ Code / Title 21 / Chapter 1A / Section 1A-136
Magazines; requirements
Status: in_force

All explosives, except those in the process of manufacture or being transported or used as permitted by this act, shall be stored in a magazine complying with the requirements of this act. A. All magazines shall be in charge of a competent person who shall be at least 21 years of age. The holder of the storage permit shall be held responsible for compliance with all safety precautions. B. All magazines shall be well ventilated, clean, dry and free of grit, paper, rubbish and any combustible material other than explosives or the cases containing them. C. All magazines shall be kept closed and locked except when necessarily opened for the lawful purpose of storing or removing explosives, for inspections, or by persons lawfully entitled to enter same. D. No container of explosives shall at any time be opened in or within 50 feet of any magazine, nor shall any explosives be kept in any magazine except in closed containers. E. The commissioner is hereby authorized to deny a permit for a magazine which in his judgment is unsuited for the storage of explosives. The commissioner may require plans for magazines to be submitted for approval before the magazines are constructed and used. F. Magazines shall not be provided with artificial heat or internal lighting except by approved portable electric safety battery lamps. Underground magazines may be provided with explosion proof lights where all wiring is in conduits and the switch is located outside of the magazine. G. All magazines in which explosives are stored, except those in explosives manufacturing establishments, shall conform with the Tables of Distance for storage of explosives established by regulations promulgated under this act. H. The commissioner shall state on each storage permit the maximum amount of explosives that may be stored under that permit. No quantity of explosives in excess of that amount shall be stored under the permit. In any event no quantity in excess of 300,000 pounds of commercial explosives and no quantity in excess of 20,000,000 blasting caps shall be kept or stored in any magazine. I. Nitro-carbo-nitrates or propellants, or both, may be stored with commercial explosives in the same magazine, but when so stored, all commercial explosives magazine regulations apply, and the quantity of nitro-carbo-nitrate or propellant shall be taken into consideration in computing the total quantity in the magazine for compliance with the quantity and distance tables for commercial explosives established by regulation. L.1960, c. 55, p. 479, s. 9.
N.J. Stat. § 21:1A-140 — NJ Code / Title 21 / Chapter 1A / Section 1A-140
Violations; penalties; revocation of permits; nonconforming uses.
Status: in_force

13. It shall be unlawful for any person, partnership, firm, association or corporation, and any officer, agent or employee thereof, to violate or proximately contribute to the violation of any of the provisions of this act or of the regulations made hereunder. The violation of this act by an employee, acting within the scope of his authority, of any person, partnership, firm, association, or corporation shall be deemed also to be the violation of such person, partnership, firm, association or corporation. Violations of the provisions of this act or rules and regulations made hereunder shall be punishable for the first offense by a penalty of not less than $100 nor more than $5,000, for the second offense by a penalty of not less than $300 nor more than $10,000 and for the third and each succeeding offense by a penalty of not less than $500 nor more than $20,000. The penalties shall be collected by a summary proceeding pursuant to the "Penalty Enforcement Law of 1999," P.L.1999, c.274 (C.2A:58-10 et seq.). Where the violation consists of a refusal to obey an order of the commissioner made under this act, each day during which the violation continues shall constitute a separate and distinct offense except during the time an appeal from said order may be taken or is pending. Any sum collected as a penalty pursuant to this section shall be applied toward enforcement and administration costs of the Division of Workplace Standards in the Department of Labor and Workforce Development. A. The Commissioner of Labor and Workforce Development, in his discretion, is hereby authorized and empowered to compromise and settle any claim for a penalty under this section for an amount that appears appropriate and equitable under all of the circumstances. B. Permits to sell, transport, store or use explosives are revocable for cause by the commissioner. In any case where the commissioner revokes a permit, he shall notify the permittee of the revocation and shall provide, upon written request, for a hearing within 10 days of the date of the revocation. Within 30 days from the termination of the hearing, the commissioner shall issue an order approving, disapproving or modifying the revocation. Permits to manufacture are exempt from revocation, but the holders of such permits shall be subject in every other respect to the provisions of this act and the rules and regulations promulgated hereunder. C. The requirements of this act concerning the distances of explosives manufacturing buildings and magazines from each other shall not be construed to apply to permanent buildings or magazines that exist at the time that this act becomes effective and which buildings and magazines have been used under authority of the laws formerly governing the manufacture and storage of explosives. This provision designating such explosives manufacturing buildings and magazines already existing at the effective date of this act as nonconforming uses shall not apply to any explosives manufacturing buildings or magazines constructed subsequent to the passage of this act nor to extensions or additions to such buildings and magazines that are made subsequent to the passage of this act. L.1960, c.55, s.13; amended 1991, c.91, s.264; 1991, c.205, s.17; 2007, c.274, s.2.
N.J. Stat. § 21:2-30 — NJ Code / Title 21 / Chapter 2 / Section 2-30
Smoking not allowed in place of sale
Status: in_force

No smoking shall be allowed in any building where fireworks are offered for sale. Over each entrance to such a store a sign in large letters shall be displayed reading "Fireworks For Sale--No Smoking Allowed" .
N.J. Stat. § 21:2-10 — NJ Code / Title 21 / Chapter 2 / Section 2-10
Fences, gates and watchmen
Status: in_force

All fireworks plants shall be inclosed on all sides by substantial fences and all openings to such inclosures shall be fitted with suitable gates, which, when not locked, shall be in charge of a competent watchman who shall have charge of the fireworks plant when it is not in operation.
N.J. Stat. § 21:2-21 — NJ Code / Title 21 / Chapter 2 / Section 2-21
Inspection
Status: in_force

On receipt of an application to operate a fireworks plant, the commissioner of labor shall cause an inspection to be made of the premises described in the application for the purpose of determining whether they conform to the provisions of this chapter.
N.J. Stat. § 21:2-6 — NJ Code / Title 21 / Chapter 2 / Section 2-6
Dangerous fireworks prohibited
Status: in_force

It shall be unlawful to manufacture, sell, transport or use dangerous fireworks within the state.
N.J. Stat. § 21:1B-1 — NJ Code / Title 21 / Chapter 1B / Section 1B-1
Definitions.
Status: in_force

1. As used in this chapter: "Board" means the Liquefied Petroleum Gas Education and Safety Board; "Bulk plant" means intermediate establishments or points of storage and distribution, as distinguished from terminals and refineries, from which liquefied petroleum gas is distributed to retail dealers and consumers; "Commissioner" means the Commissioner of Community Affairs; "Department" means the Department of Community Affairs; and "Liquefied petroleum gas" means any material which is composed predominantly of any of the following hydrocarbons, or mixtures of the same: propane, propylene, butanes (normal butane or isobutane), and butylenes. L.1950,c.139,s.1; amended 1958, c.43, s.2; 1999, c.109, s.5.
N.J. Stat. § 21:3-9 — NJ Code / Title 21 / Chapter 3 / Section 3-9
Enforcement by municipalities
Status: in_force

The municipalities of this State, and the Department of Labor and Industry, are hereby charged with the enforcement of all of the provisions of this chapter. Amended by L.1955, c. 115, p. 587, s. 2, eff. July 1, 1955.
N.J. Stat. § 21:1C-6 — NJ Code / Title 21 / Chapter 1C / Section 1C-6
Rules, regulations
Status: in_force

6. The Commissioner of the Department of Labor shall establish rules and regulations pursuant to the "Administrative Procedure Act," P.L.1968, c.410 (C.52:14B-1 et seq.) which shall substantially comply with the NFPA 1122 Code for Unmanned Rockets of the National Fire Protection Association. The rules and regulations shall include, but need not be limited to, the procedures for obtaining the permit specified in subsection d. of section 4 of this act, the procedures to be followed for the permitted use of model rockets, and the acceptable design, weight, and power of model rockets. L.1991,c.354,s.6.
N.J. Stat. § 21:2-26 — NJ Code / Title 21 / Chapter 2 / Section 2-26
Records and duplicates of certificates
Status: in_force

A record of the certificates of registration issued and revoked shall be kept on file in the office of the commissioner, and a duplicate sent to the chief of the fire department of each community, in which a fireworks plant is located.
N.J. Stat. § 21:1A-131 — NJ Code / Title 21 / Chapter 1A / Section 1A-131
Rules and regulations
Status: in_force

The commissioner may make and promulgate rules and regulations necessary to further the purposes of this act. The rules and regulations may include requirements that are not mentioned specifically in this act but which are reasonably necessary for the safety of workers and the public and the protection of property. Such rules and regulations shall have the force and effect of law and shall be enforced in the same manner. The procedure for the promulgation of rules and regulations under this section shall be as follows: (a) Upon the completion of proposed rules and regulations by the commissioner notice of the proposed promulgation shall be given to all holders of explosive permits. This notice shall be in writing, shall state briefly the purpose of the proposed rules and regulations, shall state that a copy of the proposed rules and regulations may be obtained upon written request to the Department of Labor and Industry and shall state that upon written request to the Commissioner of Labor and Industry, a hearing will be held by the commissioner or his authorized representative for the purpose of hearing recommendations concerning the proposed rules and regulations; (b) If no hearing is requested, the commissioner shall promulgate the rules and regulations within 60 days of the notice required by section 4(a) of this act. (c) If a hearing is requested, notice of the hearing shall be sent to all holders of permits. The notice shall state the date, time and place of the hearing. (d) Within 60 days after the hearing, the commissioner shall promulgate the rules and regulations as originally proposed or with such changes that he, in his discretion, decides to make in view of the recommendations offered at the hearing. No further hearings are required. L.1960, c. 55, p. 471, s. 4.
N.J. Stat. § 21:2-13 — NJ Code / Title 21 / Chapter 2 / Section 2-13
Storage in factory buildings prohibited
Status: in_force

Fireworks in the finished state shall not be stored in buildings where fireworks are in process of manufacture.
N.J. Stat. § 21:3-6 — NJ Code / Title 21 / Chapter 3 / Section 3-6
Copy of application and permit forwarded to Department of Labor
Status: in_force

21:3-6. A duplicate copy of the application and of the permit granted shall be forwarded to the Office of Safety Compliance in the Department of Labor by the governing body granting such permit and such copies shall be kept on file in the department, subject to public inspection. Amended 1991,c.55,s.7.
N.J. Stat. § 21:2-11 — NJ Code / Title 21 / Chapter 2 / Section 2-11
Fire protection
Status: in_force

21:2-11. Fireworks plants and all buildings situated within fireworks plant inclosures, shall be equipped with suitable fire protection, commensurate with the hazard involved, to protect life and property from direct burning and exposure. Such fire protection shall be installed as directed by the Commissioner of Labor or by the agency in the municipality wherein a plant is located which is authorized to enforce the "Uniform Fire Safety Act," P.L.1983, c.383 (C.52:27D-192 et seq.). Amended 1991,c.55,s.9.
N.J. Stat. § 21:2-28 — NJ Code / Title 21 / Chapter 2 / Section 2-28
Exemption from filing bond
Status: in_force

Any fireworks plant owner or operator desiring to be exempted from filing such bond may make application to the state department of banking and insurance, showing his financial ability to discharge all such judgments to the amount of the bond required by the commissioner of labor that may be entered against him, whereupon such department, if satisfied with the financial ability of the applicant, shall, by written order, exempt the applicant from the filing of such bond, and the department of banking and insurance may from time to time require further statements from the applicant showing his financial ability and, if dissatisfied therewith, may in its discretion revoke such exemption, and require the filing of such bond.
N.J. Stat. § 21:2-4 — NJ Code / Title 21 / Chapter 2 / Section 2-4
Application of chapter
Status: in_force

Nothing in this chapter shall be construed as applying to the transportation of any article or thing shipped in conformity with the regulations prescribed by the Interstate Commerce Commission, to the military or naval forces of the United States, to the duly authorized militia of the State, to the use and manufacture of signals and fusees necessary for the safe operation of railroads, steamboats or aircraft, or to the use of fireworks for agricultural purposes in connection with the raising of crops. Amended by L.1938, c. 69, p. 180, s. 1; L.1954, c. 52, p. 396, s. 1.
N.J. Stat. § 21:2-8 — NJ Code / Title 21 / Chapter 2 / Section 2-8
Factory buildings; location of
Status: in_force

No factory building shall be situated nearer than two hundred feet from any inhabited building or to any highway or to any railroad, nor nearer than fifty feet from any building used for the storage of explosives or fireworks, nor nearer than twenty-five feet to any other factory building. This section shall not apply to factory buildings existing on March twenty-fifth, one thousand nine hundred and thirty, in fireworks plants then in operation.
N.J. Stat. § 21:1B-7 — NJ Code / Title 21 / Chapter 1B / Section 1B-7
Ordinances not to conflict with regulations
Status: in_force

No municipality or other political subdivision shall adopt or enforce any ordinance or regulation in conflict with the provisions of this act or with the regulations promulgated under section two of this act. L.1950, c. 139, p. 275, s. 7, eff. Sept. 1, 1951.
N.J. Stat. § 21:3-4 — NJ Code / Title 21 / Chapter 3 / Section 3-4
Contents of applications for permits; approval of storage place; permit not transferable
Status: in_force

21:3-4. All such applications for permits shall set forth the name of the person authorized to purchase, or otherwise order, and receive delivery of any fireworks, the specific types or kinds of fireworks to be obtained and used, the date, the hour, place of making such display, and place of storing fireworks prior to the display and, further, the name or names of the person, persons, firm, partnership, corporation, association or group of individuals making the display; the name of the person, or persons, in charge of the igniting, firing, setting-off, exploding or causing to be exploded such fireworks. The location of the storage place shall be subject to the approval of the chief of the fire department of the municipality. No permit granted hereunder shall be transferable. Amended 1991,c.55,s.6.
N.J. Stat. § 21:2-36 — NJ Code / Title 21 / Chapter 2 / Section 2-36
Delivery of fireworks prohibited; exceptions
Status: in_force

a. A person shall not knowingly deliver fireworks to a person within this State unless the person to whom delivery is to be made is named on a valid permit obtained pursuant to R.S.21:3-1 et seq. as the person authorized to receive fireworks or unless the person is the owner, manager, or designated employee acting as the agent of the owner or manager, of a legally operated commercial enterprise registered pursuant to section 10 of P.L.1991, c.55 (C.21:2-37). At the time of delivery, the person receiving the fireworks shall make the permit or registration available to the person making delivery for review and the number of the permit or registration held by the receiver shall be recorded on each bill of lading, manifest or invoice issued to cover the sale and shipment of the fireworks. A record of the bill of lading, manifest, or invoice shall be retained by the person making delivery for a period of three years and shall be available for inspection by municipal enforcement authorities, the Department of Labor, or other law enforcement authorities. A package to be delivered to a person who does not have a valid permit or registration shall be turned over to the local municipal law enforcement authority who in turn shall notify the Office of Safety Compliance in the Department of Labor. b. A package containing fireworks prepared by a manufacturer, supplier or seller for shipment or transportation into or within this State to a purchaser or receiver shall be labeled in accordance with the requirements of State and federal law, and the rules and regulations promulgated pursuant to those laws, concerning the transportation of hazardous materials. Notwithstanding the penalty set forth in R.S.21:2-35, a violation of this section is a disorderly persons offense. L.1991,c.55,s.1.
N.J. Stat. § 21:3-1 — NJ Code / Title 21 / Chapter 3 / Section 3-1
Sale, use, etc., declared against public health, safety and welfare
Status: in_force

The sale, exposure for sale, use, distribution or possession of fireworks or pyrotechnics in the state of New Jersey, except as hereinafter provided, is hereby declared by the legislature to be against the public health, safety and welfare of the people of the state of New Jersey.
N.J. Stat. § 21:1C-4 — NJ Code / Title 21 / Chapter 1C / Section 1C-4
Age requirements of purchaser; storage permit conditions
Status: in_force

4. a. A person at least 14 years of age, but less than 18 years of age, shall be eligible to purchase and use a model rocket bearing the standardized engine coding 1/4A, 1/2A, A, B, and C provided that the person has a consent form signed by a parent or legal guardian. b. A person at least 18 years of age shall be permitted to purchase and use a model rocket of any type or size. c. A person at least 12 years of age but less than 14 years of age who is a participant in a bona fide model rocket education program may fire a model rocket bearing the standardized engine coding 1/4A, 1/2A, A, B, and C only when under the direct supervision and control of a person who is at least 21 years of age and only during the course of the model rocket education program. d. A person shall be required to obtain a permit for the storage of more than 100 kg (220 lbs.) of solid propellant model rockets. No other permit shall be required for the possession, use, purchase, transportation, or sale of model rockets. L.1991,c.354,s.4.
N.J. Stat. § 21:2-19 — NJ Code / Title 21 / Chapter 2 / Section 2-19
Warning signs
Status: in_force

All fireworks plants shall be properly posted with "Warning" and "No Smoking" signs.
N.J. Stat. § 21:1A-137 — NJ Code / Title 21 / Chapter 1A / Section 1A-137
Transportation of explosives
Status: in_force

A. The person using any vehicle for the transportation of explosives, whether he be the owner or lessee, shall be responsible for the keeping of inspection records required by the commissioner. B. It is prohibited for any person to transport or carry explosives upon any public conveyance. C. No explosives shall be transported in any form of full trailer, nor shall any trailer be attached to a vehicle transporting explosives. D. Vehicles in which explosives are being transported shall be driven by and be under the control of a driver at least 21 years of age. Such a person shall be familiar with the New Jersey laws and rules and regulations pertaining to the transportation of explosives. E. No quantity of explosives in excess of the quantity indicated upon the transportation permit shall be transported in a vehicle. F. Blasting caps or electric blasting caps, or both, may be transported in the same vehicle with other commercial explosives only when the net weight of the other commercial explosives does not exceed 5,000 pounds. G. When nitro-carbo-nitrates or propellants, or both, are transported in the same vehicle with commercial explosives, all requirements governing the transportation of commercial explosives must be followed. L.1960, c. 55, p. 480, s. 10.
N.J. Stat. § 21:2-2 — NJ Code / Title 21 / Chapter 2 / Section 2-2
General definitions.
Status: in_force

21:2-2. As used in this chapter: "Fireworks" include any combustible or explosive composition, or any substance or combination of substances, or article prepared for the purpose of producing a visible or an audible effect by combustion, explosion, deflagration or detonation, but shall not include sparkling devices and novelties. "Fireworks factory building" means any building or other structure in which the manufacture of fireworks, other than sparklers, or in which any processing involving fireworks other than sparklers, is carried on. "Fireworks plant" means and includes all lands, with buildings thereon, used in connection with the manufacturing or processing of fireworks, as well as storehouses located thereon for the storage of finished fireworks. "Highway" means any public street, public alley, public road, or navigable stream. "Navigable streams" mean streams susceptible of being used, in their ordinary condition, as highways of commerce, over which trade and travel are or may be conducted in the customary modes, but shall not include streams which are not capable of navigation by barges, tugboats, and other large vessels. "Railroad" means any steam, electric or other railroad which carries passengers for hire, but shall not include sidings or spur tracks installed primarily for the use of the fireworks plant. "Sparkling devices and novelties" mean: a. wood sticks or wire sparklers of not more than 100 grams of pyrotechnic mixture per item; b. hand held or ground based sparkling devices which are non-explosive and non-aerial, which may produce a crackling or whistling effect, and contain 75 grams or less of pyrotechnic composition per tube or a total of 500 grams or less for multiple tubes; and c. snakes and glow worms, smoke devices, and trick noisemakers, which include party poppers, snappers, and drop pops, each consisting of 25/100 grains or less of explosive mixture. amended 2017, c.92, s.1.
N.J. Stat. § 21:2-35 — NJ Code / Title 21 / Chapter 2 / Section 2-35
Violations; crime of fourth degree
Status: in_force

Any person who fails to comply with or violates any of the provisions of this chapter shall be guilty of a crime of the fourth degree. Amended by L.1953, c. 21, p. 374, s. 4, eff. March 19, 1953; L.1983, c. 561, s. 1, eff. Jan. 17, 1984.
N.J. Stat. § 21:1B-12 — NJ Code / Title 21 / Chapter 1B / Section 1B-12
Liquefied Petroleum Gas Education and Safety Board.
Status: in_force

1. a. There is created within the Department of Community Affairs the Liquefied Petroleum Gas Education and Safety Board. This board shall be advisory in nature to the Commissioner of Community Affairs. The board shall be composed of 11 members: three public members appointed by the Governor on a nonpartisan basis, two of whom shall be professional firefighters or other fire safety professionals; one representative from the environmental community and one representative from a consumer group, appointed by the Governor; five members who are representatives of the liquefied petroleum gas industry appointed by the Governor upon recommendation by the Board of Directors of the New Jersey Propane Gas Association; and one representative of a gas public utility involved in the storage and distribution of liquefied petroleum gas, appointed by the Governor. Members of the board who are representatives of the liquefied petroleum gas industry and the gas public utility shall have been legal residents of the State for at least the five years prior to their appointment and have been actively engaged in the liquefied petroleum gas industry for at least five years. Members of the board shall be appointed within 90 days after the effective date of this act. Of the members first appointed as public members, one shall serve for one year, one shall serve for two years, and one shall serve for three years. Of the members representing the liquefied petroleum gas industry, the first appointed shall serve for one year, the next appointed shall serve for two years, and the remainder shall serve for three years. The representative from the environmental community, the representative of the gas public utility and the representative from a consumer group shall each serve for three years. Upon expiration of the terms of the members first appointed, the terms of all members shall be three years. Members may be reappointed. Members shall serve until a replacement is appointed. Vacancies shall be filled in the same manner as the original appointment. In the case of a vacancy occurring otherwise than by expiration of term, that vacancy shall be filled only for the unexpired term. b. The board shall elect a chairman and vice-chairman from among its members at its first regular meeting each calendar year. All meetings of the board shall be held on a prescribed date, at least quarterly, and also at any time a majority of the board members requests a meeting in writing to the board chairman. Any six members shall constitute a quorum for the transaction of business. The board may adopt bylaws governing its procedures and method of operation. c. The members of the board shall not receive compensation, but may receive an allowance for travel expenses as determined by the commissioner to the extent such funds are made available. L.1999,c.109,s.1.
N.J. Stat. § 21:1A-133 — NJ Code / Title 21 / Chapter 1A / Section 1A-133
Permits for manufacture, sale, storage, transportation or use of explosives
Status: in_force

Any person who shall manufacture, sell, store, transport or use explosives first shall obtain a written or printed permit from the commissioner, which permit shall state specifically the use or uses authorized: (a) To manufacture--authorizing the manufacture of explosives and storage of materials in process, developmental materials and finished products. (b) To sell--authorizing the sale of explosives. (c) To transport--authorizing the transportation of explosives; provided, however, that no permit will be required where such transportation is not on the highways nor where the articles being transported are of laboratory samples; however, such transportation shall otherwise be in conformity with the provisions of this act. (d) To store--authorizing the purchase and storage of explosives in a specified magazine; (e) To use--authorizing a person to use explosives for such purposes and under such conditions as are specified on the permit. The commissioner may establish classifications of use of explosives for blasting and other purposes, specifying the privileges and requirements of each classification. Persons holding, or employed by a person holding, a permit to manufacture explosives, and who are engaged in the testing of explosives incident to the manufacture or development thereof shall not be required to obtain a permit to use explosives. A. No permit shall be required for the storage, transportation or use of smokeless powder which is used by private persons for the hand loading of small arms ammunition and which is not for resale. For this purpose not more than 36 lbs. of smokeless powder and not more than 5 pounds of black powder shall be stored or transported without a permit. B. Permits shall at all times be readily available to inspection by the commissioner, State Police or local police and fire departments and shall be posted as directed by the commissioner. C. Permits shall not be transferable. D. Whenever a permanent storage magazine for which a permit has been issued is moved to a new location, or its physical surroundings are so changed that the magazine comes within the prohibited distances to a highway, railroad or inhabited building, the permit for said magazine shall become invalid and a new permit required. E. No permittee shall manufacture, sell, transport, store or use explosives except in compliance with the limitations expressed on the permit. L.1960, c. 55, p. 473, s. 6. Amended by L.1971, c. 35, s. 2, eff. Feb. 25, 1971.
N.J. Stat. § 21:1C-1 — NJ Code / Title 21 / Chapter 1C / Section 1C-1
Definitions
Status: in_force

1. As used in this act: "Model rocket" means a commercially made rocket that is propelled by a rocket motor; that contains a device for returning it to the ground in a condition to fly again; whose structural parts are made of paper, wood, or breakable plastic and contain no substantial metal parts; and whose primary use is for purposes of education, recreation, and sporting competition. "Rocket motor" means a device that provides the necessary force or thrust to cause a rocket to move and the force or thrust is created by the discharge of gas generated by combustion, decomposition, change of state, or other operation of materials completely stored within the rocket motor during the commercial manufacturing process and requiring no mixing of propellants. L.1991,c.354,s.1.
N.J. Stat. § 21:2-3 — NJ Code / Title 21 / Chapter 2 / Section 2-3
"Dangerous fireworks" defined.
Status: in_force

21:2-3. "Dangerous fireworks" mean the following: Toy torpedoes containing more than 5 grains of an explosive composition. Paper caps containing more than .35 grain of explosive composition. Firecrackers or salutes exceeding 5 inches in length or 3/4 inch in diameter. Cannons, canes, pistols or other devices designed for use otherwise than with paper caps. Any fireworks containing a compound or mixture of yellow or white phosphorous or mercury. Any fireworks that contain a detonator or blasting cap. Fireworks compositions that ignite spontaneously or undergo marked decomposition when subjected for 48 consecutive hours to a temperature of 167 degrees Fahrenheit. Fireworks that can be exploded en masse by a blasting cap placed in one of the units or by impact of a rifle bullet or otherwise. Fireworks, such as fusees, containing a match tip, or head, or similar igniting point or surface, unless each individual tip, head or igniting point or surface is thoroughly covered and securely protected from accidental contact or friction with any other surface. Fireworks containing an ammonium salt and a chlorate. amended 2017, c.92, s.2.
N.J. Stat. § 21:3-3 — NJ Code / Title 21 / Chapter 3 / Section 3-3
Permits for public displays; application; restrictions
Status: in_force

21:3-3. The governing body of any municipality, other than a county, notwithstanding any of the provisions of this chapter to the contrary, may, upon application in writing, upon the posting of a suitable bond, grant a permit for the purchase, possession and public display of fireworks by municipalities, religious, fraternal or civic organizations, fair associations, amusement parks, or other organizations or groups of individuals, approved by the governing body of such municipality to whom the application is made. The governing body is authorized by resolution, to grant such permission when such display is to be handled by a competent operator, to be approved by the chiefs of the police and fire departments of the municipality. Such display shall be of such a character, and so located, discharged, or fired, as in the opinion of the chiefs of the police and fire departments, after proper inspection, shall not be hazardous to property or endanger any person or persons. A permit issued pursuant to this section shall contain an identification number and the specific types or kinds of fireworks to be used. The permit shall name one person who shall be authorized to purchase, or otherwise order, and receive delivery of any fireworks. After such permit shall have been granted, sales, possession, and use of fireworks for such display shall be lawful for that purpose only. Amended 1991,c.55,s.5.
N.J. Stat. § 21:2-22 — NJ Code / Title 21 / Chapter 2 / Section 2-22
Certificate of registration; posting
Status: in_force

If the conditions in the fireworks plant conform to the provisions of this chapter, the commissioner of labor shall issue a certificate of registration which shall be protected under glass and posted in a conspicuous place near the entrance to the fireworks plant. The certificate shall continue in force until revoked.
N.J. Stat. § 21:3-8 — NJ Code / Title 21 / Chapter 3 / Section 3-8
Penalties for violations
Status: in_force

21:3-8. Penalties for violations Any person who sells, offers or exposes for sale, or possesses with intent to sell any fireworks as herein mentioned is guilty of a crime of the fourth degree. Any person who purchases, uses, discharges, causes to be discharged, ignites, fires, or otherwise sets in action, or possesses any fireworks is guilty of a petty disorderly persons offense. Amended 1983, c.561, s.2; 1991,c.55,s.8.
N.J. Stat. § 21:1B-6 — NJ Code / Title 21 / Chapter 1B / Section 1B-6
Additional penalties.
Status: in_force

6. In addition to the penalties provided in section 5 of P.L.1950, c.139 (C.21:1B-5), any person, firm or corporation who shall violate or remain in violation of any of the provisions hereof, or of any rule or regulation promulgated hereunder, may be directed and ordered by the Superintendent of State Police or the Commissioner of Community Affairs, according to their respective jurisdiction under section 2 of P.L.1950, c.139 (C.21:1B-2), by notice in writing setting forth the facts relating to such violation to correct said violation. Such notice in writing shall be served personally upon said person or mailed by registered or certified mail to the principal office of said person, firm or corporation or if an individual or individuals, to his or their residence. If such order is not complied with and such violation not corrected within 20 days of the date of service of said order, the Superintendent of State Police or Commissioner of Community Affairs, as the case may be, may institute an action in the Superior Court for injunctive relief or an abatement. The court may proceed in the action in a summary manner or otherwise, and shall make such determination thereof as shall seem necessary and proper to correct the violation and secure enforcement of said order of the Superintendent of State Police or Commissioner of Community Affairs, as the case may be. Every such order issued by the Superintendent of State Police or Commissioner of Community Affairs under the provisions of this section shall be prima facie evidence of the truth of the matter and things therein set forth. L.1950,c.139,s.6; amended 1953, c.21, s.3; 1958, c.43, s.6; 1999, c.109, s.9.
N.J. Stat. § 21:1B-8 — NJ Code / Title 21 / Chapter 1B / Section 1B-8
Declaration of necessity
Status: in_force

The State of New Jersey hereby finds, determines and declares that this act is necessary for the immediate preservation of the public peace, health and safety. L.1950, c. 139, p. 275, s. 8.
N.J. Stat. § 21:2-14 — NJ Code / Title 21 / Chapter 2 / Section 2-14
Character of fireworks which may be manufactured
Status: in_force

No fireworks may be manufactured except such as shall be approved for transportation by the regulations of the interstate commerce commission.
N.J. Stat. § 21:1B-10 — NJ Code / Title 21 / Chapter 1B / Section 1B-10
Rules, regulations and orders of superintendent of state police; continuance
Status: in_force

a. All rules and regulations promulgated by the Superintendent of State Police relating to such places of employment shall remain in full force and effect until they are superseded by rules and regulations promulgated by the Commissioner of Labor and Industry. b. All orders of the Superintendent of State Police shall be continued in full force and effect unless modified or disapproved by the Commissioner of Labor and Industry; provided, however, that no order may be modified or disapproved with regard to an installation in existence on the effective date of this act except where such installation creates a hazardous condition that endangers the public. L.1972, c. 107, s. 2.
N.J. Stat. § 21:3-5 — NJ Code / Title 21 / Chapter 3 / Section 3-5
Surety by licensee
Status: in_force

The governing body of the municipality shall require surety which may be cash, government bonds, personal bond, or other form of insurance in a sum of not less than twenty-five hundred dollars ($2,500.00), conditioned for the payment of all damages, which may be caused either to a person or persons or to property, by reason of the display so as aforesaid licensed, and arising from any acts of the licensee, his agents, employees or subcontractors. Such surety shall run to the municipality in which the license is granted, and shall be for the use and benefit of any person, persons, or the owner or owners of any property so damaged, who is or are authorized to maintain an action thereon, or his or their heirs, executors, administrators, successors or assigns. Amended by L.1946, c. 81, p. 287, s. 1, eff. April 16, 1946.
N.J. Stat. § 21:1B-14 — NJ Code / Title 21 / Chapter 1B / Section 1B-14
Areas over which board has no authority.
Status: in_force

3. The board shall have no authority governing: a. The production, refining or manufacture of liquefied petroleum gas; b. The storage, sale, or transportation of liquefied petroleum gas by pipeline or railroad tank car by a pipeline company, producer, refiner or manufacturer; c. The equipment used by a pipeline company, producer, refiner or manufacturer in a producing, refining or manufacturing process, or in the storage, sale or transportation by pipeline or railroad tank car; d. Any deliveries of liquefied petroleum gas to another person at the place of production, refining, or manufacturing; e. Regulations and requirements of liquefied petroleum gas transporters as covered by the Code of Federal Regulations, Title 49, as administered pursuant to P.L.1983, c.401 (C.39:5B-25 et seq.); or f. Those portions of the liquefied petroleum gas system operated by a gas public utility that are under the regulation and requirements of Title 49 of the Code of Federal Regulations, as administered by the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities. L.1999,c.109,s.3.
N.J. Stat. § 21:1A-142 — NJ Code / Title 21 / Chapter 1A / Section 1A-142
Possession of explosives or bombs for unlawful purpose
Status: in_force

Any person who shall have in his possession or control any explosives, including any bomb, shell or similar device filled with one or more explosives, intending to use the same or cause the same to be used or who has used the same for an unlawful purpose shall be guilty of a high misdemeanor, and upon conviction shall be punished by imprisonment in a State prison for a term of not more than 25 years. The possession of explosives or any bomb, shell or similar device filled with explosives, without a permit as required by this act, shall be evidence of an intent to use the same or cause the same to be used for an unlawful purpose. Unlawful purpose shall mean a purpose that cannot be authorized under the provisions of this act. L.1960, c. 55, p. 484, s. 15. Amended by L.1971, c. 35, s. 4, eff. Feb. 25, 1971.
N.J. Stat. § 21:2-12 — NJ Code / Title 21 / Chapter 2 / Section 2-12
Precautions against fire
Status: in_force

No stoves, exposed flame or electrical heating devices shall be used in any part of any fireworks plant, except in the boiler room or machine shop if no fireworks or chemicals are stored therein. All parts of the buildings in fireworks plants shall be kept clean, orderly and free from accumulations of dust or rubbish.
N.J. Stat. § 21:3-7 — NJ Code / Title 21 / Chapter 3 / Section 3-7
Effect on existing laws; exceptions
Status: in_force

Nothing in this chapter contained shall be construed to interfere with the provisions of chapter 2 of this title (s. 21:2-1 et seq.) where the provisions thereof are not inconsistent with the provisions of this chapter, nor shall anything in this chapter contained be construed to prohibit any manufacturer, wholesaler, dealer or jobber from selling at wholesale such fireworks to municipalities, religious, fraternal or civic organizations, fair associations, amusement parks, or other organizations or groups of individuals authorized to possess and use fireworks under this chapter; or the sale of any kind of fireworks, provided the same are to be shipped directly out of the state; or the sale or use of blank cartridges for a show or theater, or for signal purposes in athletic sports, or by railroads for signal purposes, or for the use by the militia, or construed to prohibit the manufacture and sale of aviation and railroad light flares. Any provision of any law in this state inconsistent with any provision of this chapter is hereby repealed.
N.J. Stat. § 21:1C-2 — NJ Code / Title 21 / Chapter 1C / Section 1C-2
Examination and testing of model rockets; certification
Status: in_force

2. Model rockets offered for sale, sold, used, or made available to the public in this State shall be examined and tested by the Department of Labor to determine if they comply with the requirements of this act and with the rules and regulations promulgated thereto. The Commissioner of the Department of Labor shall certify as acceptable for sale and use those products that do comply. At the discretion of the commissioner, the examination, testing, and certification may be carried out by an approved testing laboratory or an organization such as the National Association of Rocketry or an organization affiliated with the National Aeronautic Association. The commissioner shall maintain a current and complete list of all model rockets which have received certification and shall make copies of this list available to any person upon request. L.1991,c.354,s.2.
N.J. Stat. § 21:1C-5 — NJ Code / Title 21 / Chapter 1C / Section 1C-5
Violation; penalty
Status: in_force

5. A person who violates any of the provisions of this act shall be fined $100.00 which shall be collected in a civil action by a summary proceeding under the "penalty enforcement law" (N.J.S.2A:58-1 et seq.). L.1991,c.354,s.5.
N.J. Stat. § 21:1A-139 — NJ Code / Title 21 / Chapter 1A / Section 1A-139
Jurisdiction of commissioner; law governing manufacture, sale, transportation, storage or use of explosives
Status: in_force

The commissioner shall have exclusive jurisdiction over the regulation of the manufacture, sale, transportation, storage and use of explosives. This act shall supersede any existing ordinance, by-law or resolution of any municipality or other governmental subdivision pertaining to the manufacture, sale, transportation, storage or use of explosives. L.1960, c. 55, p. 482, s. 12.
N.J. Stat. § 21:1A-132 — NJ Code / Title 21 / Chapter 1A / Section 1A-132
Prohibited acts; exceptions; permit required; records and reports of permittees; disposal of deteriorated or leaking explosives
Status: in_force

It is prohibited for any person to manufacture, store, sell, transport, use, dispose of, or possess explosives in any manner except as permitted under this act. Any person who is not engaged primarily in the manufacture, sale, storage, transportation or use of explosives but who in the course of activities engages in any of the above or uses explosives in any manufacturing process shall be required to comply with the provisions of this act. A. No person shall sell, deliver, give away or otherwise dispose of any explosives to any persons not in possession of a permit as required by the provisions of this act. No person shall have any explosives in his possession or control without a permit required by this act. B. Every person holding a permit to manufacture, sell, store or use explosives shall keep such records as may be required by the commissioner, and shall file reports monthly with the commissioner, on a date and in a form to be prescribed by the commissioner, listing amounts of explosives used, sold or otherwise disposed of, during the preceding month and showing inventories on hand, and shall be required to report immediately any loss, by theft or otherwise, of explosives in his possession to the commissioner, who shall immediately forward such information to the Attorney General of the State, provided, however, that where an employer is maintaining such records, his employees holding permits to use explosives, at the discretion of and with the written approval of the commissioner, shall not be required to maintain individual records. Records shall be retained at least until the end of the calendar year next following the year in which the record is made. All such records shall be open to inspection by the commissioner. C. No person shall handle explosives while under the influence of narcotics or intoxicating liquors. D. No person shall smoke or have open lights or fire- or flame-producing devices while handling or using explosives or when within 100 feet of any magazine or vehicle containing explosives; provided, however, that this prohibition shall not apply to the use of igniters when preparing to detonate an explosive charge. E. When deteriorated or leaking explosives are found by the commissioner, he may order them disposed of in the manner he shall direct, at the expense of the possessor. L.1960, c. 55, p. 472, s. 5. Amended by L.1971, c. 35, s. 1, eff. Feb. 25, 1971.
N.J. Stat. § 21:2-20 — NJ Code / Title 21 / Chapter 2 / Section 2-20
Containers for matches at entrances
Status: in_force

It shall be the duty of the superintendent, foreman or other person in charge of any fireworks plant to provide safety containers for matches at all main entrances of the plant, where all matches in the possession of all persons shall be deposited before entering the plant inclosure.
N.J. Stat. § 21:1A-134 — NJ Code / Title 21 / Chapter 1A / Section 1A-134
Investigation of applicant; permit issued, subject to amendment; information furnished; qualifications; expiration; fees.
Status: in_force

7. Upon receipt of an application for a permit to manufacture, store, sell, transport or use explosives, and before the permit is issued, the commissioner shall make or cause to be made an investigation for the purpose of ascertaining if all applicable requirements of this act have been met. The commissioner shall not issue a permit to manufacture, sell, store, transport or use explosives unless all the requirements of this act have been met. All permits issued in accordance with the provisions of this act shall be subject to any amendments hereafter made to this act. A. An applicant for a permit shall, at his own expense, furnish whatever pertinent information the commissioner may require in addition to that specified herein. Application forms shall be furnished by the Department of Labor and Workforce Development. B. An applicant for a permit to manufacture, sell, transport, store or use explosives must: (a) be at least 21 years of age; (b) have a reasonable understanding of the English language; (c) present satisfactory evidence of experience in the manufacture, sale, transportation, storage or use of explosives; (d) demonstrate by written, oral or field examination, as the commissioner may direct, adequate knowledge of the safe manufacture, sale, transportation, storage or use of explosives and of the provisions of this act; and (e) be of good moral character and must never have been disloyal to the United States; and it shall be within the sole discretion of the commissioner to determine whether an applicant who has been convicted of a crime involving moral turpitude has the good moral character necessary for a permit. It shall also be within the reasonable discretion of the commissioner to deny the issuance of a permit where he concludes, after a full examination of the qualifications of an applicant, that to grant a permit would be dangerous to the health, safety and welfare of the people of the State of New Jersey. The failure of a holder of a permit to maintain the qualifications stated herein shall be good cause for the revocation of the permit. C. When the applicant for a permit to manufacture, sell, transport, store or use explosives is a firm, association or corporation, the applicant must demonstrate that such activities with regard to explosives will be under the direct supervision of a person who meets the qualifications stated above. D. Permits shall be valid for one year unless sooner revoked. Permits which expire on July 1, 1960 may be renewed by the commissioner at his discretion for a period of not less than three months nor more than 15 months, and permits renewed after such a period shall thereafter be valid for one year unless sooner revoked. The fee for all permits shall be fixed by the commissioner on a yearly basis or, for periods of less than a year, in amounts proportionately less than the annual fee. E. The application for any permit must be accompanied by a fee established by regulation in accordance with the following schedule: (a) To manufacture--not less than $200 nor more than $2,000; (b) To sell--not less than $25 nor more than $600; (c) (Deleted by amendment, P.L.1991, c.205). (d) To store--not less than $25 nor more than $300; but if the explosives are in excess of 30,000 pounds, then the fee shall be not less than $150 nor more than $1,500; (e) To use--not more than $400; (f) For storage, transportation, and use of smokeless powder in amounts in excess of 36 pounds, but not in excess of 100 pounds and black powder in amounts in excess of 5 pounds but not in excess of 100 pounds which is used by private persons for the hand loading of small arms ammunition and which is not for resale--not less than $2 nor more than $20; where any such smokeless and black powder is in excess of 100 pounds, the fee shall be increased $20 for each additional 100 pounds, or fraction thereof. All fees derived from the operation of this act shall be applied toward enforcement and administration costs of the Division of Workplace Standards in the Department of Labor and Workforce Development. L.1960, c.55, s.7; amended 1971, c.35, s.3; 1971, c.154, s.4; 1991, c.205, s.16; 2007, c.274, s.1.
N.J. Stat. § 21:2-9 — NJ Code / Title 21 / Chapter 2 / Section 2-9
Storage buildings; location of
Status: in_force

No building in a fireworks plant used for the storage of finished fireworks, other than those containing only sparklers, shall be situated nearer than three hundred feet from any building not used in connection with the manufacture of fireworks, nor from any highway, railroad or navigable stream, nor within three hundred feet of the property line of the fireworks plant. This section shall not apply to such storehouses existing on March twenty-fifth, one thousand nine hundred and thirty.
N.J. Stat. § 21:2-15 — NJ Code / Title 21 / Chapter 2 / Section 2-15
Marking packages
Status: in_force

21:2-15. The outside of each package of fireworks prepared by a manufacturer shall bear upon the outside thereof the words "Fireworks--Handle Carefully--Keep Fire Away" in letters not less than 7/16 inch in height, and in addition shall show the name of the fireworks manufacturer. Amended 1991,c.55,s.2.
N.J. Stat. § 21:1B-13 — NJ Code / Title 21 / Chapter 1B / Section 1B-13
Powers of board.
Status: in_force

2. a. The Liquefied Petroleum Gas Education and Safety Board is empowered to: (1) recommend to the Commissioner of Community Affairs for proposal and adoption rules and regulations: (a) setting forth minimum general standards for the design, construction, location, installation, and operation of equipment for storing and handling of liquefied petroleum gas, and (b) governing liquefied petroleum gas distributors and installers and the installation of liquefied petroleum gas systems, carburetion systems and fueling systems; (2) make recommendations to the Commissioner of Community Affairs concerning: (a) civil penalties for violation of any rule or order made under chapter 1B of Title 21 of the Revised Statutes; (b) the method and form of application for a liquefied petroleum gas license or certification; the investigation of the experience, reputation and background of applicants; the issuance, suspension, revocation or denial of licenses; and the procedures for conducting hearings in connection with the applications for, or revocation of, licenses and certifications, including, but not limited to, compelling the attendance of witnesses by subpoena, requiring the production of any records or documents determined by it to be pertinent to the subject matter of the hearing, and applying to the Superior Court for an order citing any applicant or witness for contempt, and for failure to attend, testify or produce required documents; (c) procedures for the suspension or revocation of licenses or certifications and the denial of license or certification renewals when the applicant or licensee has been guilty of acts of conduct harmful to either the safety or protection of the public; (d) the content of and procedures for administering examinations of every license applicant to determine the responsibility, ability, knowledge, experience or other qualification of the applicant for a license; (e) competency testing for all employees and subcontractors of licensees engaged in transporting or dispensing liquefied petroleum gas or installing, servicing, or repairing a liquefied petroleum gas system, fueling system or carburetion system, as set forth in this chapter; (f) procedures for the granting of exemptions from department rules and regulations to accommodate local needs as it determines to be in the best interest of the safety of the public or the persons using liquefied petroleum gas systems or services; (g) the development of programs and projects, including educational programs for public safety officials and consumers, concerning safety and environmental advantages of liquefied petroleum gas, and safety and educational programs for the public and for industrial and emergency response personnel; (h) procedures for entering into contracts or agreements to implement the provisions of this act; and (i) a schedule of the fees and charges to cover all costs of administration of the provisions of this act as provided in this act. b. (1) The board shall keep accurate records and minutes of all meetings, which shall be open to public inspection at all reasonable times, and keep a public record of all applications for licenses, and licenses issued by it. (2) The board shall periodically report to the Commissioner of Community Affairs concerning its transactions and recommendations and the Commissioner of Community Affairs shall submit to the Governor a biennial report before September 1 of each even numbered year, covering its transactions during the biennium ending June 30 of that year, including a complete statement of the receipts and expenditures of the board during that period. L.1999,c.109,s.2.