Press Inquiries

APA’s Executive Director Julie L. Heckman, leading spokesperson for the fireworks industry, is available to answer all press inquiries.

To Schedule an Interview

Please contact the APA office (301) 907-8181 or contact Ms. Heckman directly via email at [email protected]

Click here for a biography of Ms. Heckman.

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Highlights & News

October 18
APA files comments supporting revisions to Std. 87-1

August 13
USTR announces tariff delays for select goods from China, including fireworks.

June 14
APA & its members join to send letter to Pres. Trump opposing tariffs.

May 16
New Proposed Tariffs on Fireworks, read more.

February 19
FMCSA grants ELD exemption for APA HOS Waiver Participants, read notice.

January 3
State Department renews warning for those traveling to China, learn more

October 4
Celebrating 70 years #APARocksCleveland.

September 25
Peter Feldman confirmed as CPSC Commissioner, read more

September 18
APA joins campaign to fight tariffs, learn more.

August 6
Fireworks companies urged to participate in OSHA's Safe + Sound Week.

June 27
5 Fireworks shows to see to see this Independence Day

June 26
#CelebrateSafely this July 4th

June 21
Fireworks use to hit all time high, read more.