'Fireworks are not banned:' Gallatin clarifies sparkler restrictions after Tennessee law change

Tennessee allows certain fireworks like sparklers to be sold year-round, but Gallatin maintains existing restrictions, permitting sparkler sales from June 15 through July 5 and use from July 1 to July 4. Gallatin Fire Chief Jeff Beaman clarified the city is not banning sparklers but aligning their sale and use with established fireworks rules, while also allowing sparkler use on New Year's Eve and Day under specific timeframes.