Official:Amending Chapter 9-700 of The Philadelphia Code entitled "Amusement Businesses," by amending Section 9-703 to prohibit the use of pyrotechnic devices, fireworks, explosives or similar materials within dance halls; all under certain terms and conditions.
Sponsor: Councilmember Clarke
Introduced: March 6, 2003
Signed: June 5, 2003
: Committee on Licenses and Inspections
Status: Signed into Law, step 4 of 4
This bill prohibits dance halls in Philadelphia from using pyrotechnic devices, fireworks, explosives, and similar materials during performances. This means that dance hall operators must inform performers about this ban and take steps to enforce it. The goal is to improve public safety.
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