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AZ SB1278
Bill
Status
2/25/2026
Primary Sponsor
David Farnsworth
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AI Summary
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Prohibits any person from intentionally injecting, releasing, or dispensing materials within Arizona for the purpose of solar radiation management (modifying atmospheric reflectivity to change sunlight reaching Earth)
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Bans political subdivisions, public universities, and private entities receiving public funds from providing grants to develop solar radiation management technologies
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Establishes a complaint process allowing Arizona residents to report suspected violations to the Attorney General, who must investigate all credible complaints
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Authorizes the Attorney General to file civil actions in superior court for violations, with courts required to award injunctive relief and attorney fees to prevailing parties
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Defines solar radiation management as modification or attempted modification of atmospheric reflectivity that changes the amount or intensity of sunlight reaching Earth
Legislative Description
Solar radiation management; prohibition; enforcement.
Prohibition
Last Action
Senate motion to reconsider third reading
3/3/2026