Save Our Fireworks

WASHINGTON –  The National Fireworks Association (NFA) today thanked Congressman Dusty Johnson (R-SD) for introducing a  resolution  recognizing the economic impact of the firework industry and the industry’s contributions in promoting patriotism throughout the country, and especially on our Nation’s Independence Day.  The resolution recognizes the historic importance of the nation’s fireworks industry and the role it plays in bringing communities together and lifting our nation’s psyche; supports the commitment to bring fireworks back to Mount Rushmore; and urges cities and towns across the country to reconsider postponing or canceling Fourth of July celebrations.   "We're thankful to Congressman Johnson for championing the fireworks industry and working to save the Fourth,”  said Steve Houser, President of the National Fireworks Association.  “We're job creators who work in a hyper-seasonal industry and create over a billion dollars i...

WASHINGTON – National Fireworks Association (NFA) today expressed its concern after learning the City of Philadelphia cancelled the WaWa Welcome America festival without allowing for fireworks on Independence Day. However, the NFA remains optimistic after hearing Philadelphia Mayor Jim Kenney tell local media that he had some ideas on how to include fireworks in this year’s celebration. “Fireworks and Independence Day are synonymous, and it would be tragic to lose this great American tradition, on this great American holiday in the city where it all started,” said NFA President Steve Houser. Fireworks cancellations are happening across the country at an alarming rate. The City of Boston recently cancelled its show. Columbus, Ohio which hosts one of the country’s biggest firework events, “Red, White and Boom,” cancelled a four-day show at an estimated economic revenue of $11 million to that city. The City of San Diego last month cancelled “Big Bay Boom” which generated $17.8 ...

NFA Secretary Scott Smith appeared on May 8, 2020 on NBC Boston to talk about the NFA Statement   on the cancellation of the Fourth of July celebration in Boston.

From the Boston Herald (May 8, 2020): "But sparks quickly flew over the call. Hours after the announcement, the National Fireworks Association blasted out a statement saying it was 'disappointed in the mayor's decision' and calling on the state's congressional delegation to push back and 'save the Fourth.' 'While we acknowledge the need to remain safe and practice appropriate social distancing, we believe that can be done,' President Steve Houser said. 'Bostonians came out to see the 104th Fighter Wing of the Massachusetts Air National Guard which proved to be an uplifting event and we believe the Boston Pops Fireworks Spectacular would have provided a similar safe experience.' To read the full article, click here

National Fireworks Association Disappointed in Cancellation of Boston Pops Fireworks Spectacular WASHINGTON –  National Fireworks Association (NFA) President Steve Houser, released the following statement after the Boston Mayor Marty Walsh announced the cancellation of the 2020 Boston Pops Fireworks Spectacular:  “Boston, more so than any other American city, is synonymous with the Fourth of July. From the Boston tea party, which started the entire revolution from tyranny; to Boston’s own son John Adams, who said we should celebrate the Fourth of July with bonfires and illuminations – Boston’s celebration of Independence Day is a quintessentially American event. “The NFA is disappointed in the Mayor’s decision to cancel this annual celebration.  While we acknowledge the need to remain safe and practice appropriate social distancing, we believe that can be done while we celebrate our nation’s birthday. Just this past week, Bostonians came out to see t...