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LA SB46
Bill
AI Summary
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Prohibits intentionally injecting, releasing, applying, or dispersing any chemical, substance, or apparatus into the atmosphere within Louisiana's borders to affect temperature, weather, climate, or sunlight intensity
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Exempts fire retardant/suppressant releases under 1,000 feet above ground level for firefighting, and aerial application of seeds, fertilizers, or pesticides under 1,000 feet for agriculture or forestry
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Allows any person who observes a potential violation to report the activity to the Department of Environmental Quality
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Requires the department to establish intake procedures for reports, including electronic submittal, and make reports publicly available on its website or Electronic Document Management System
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Repeals Chapter 25 of Title 37 (R.S. 37:2201-2208), which previously governed weather modification licensing in Louisiana
Legislative Description
To prohibit the intentional release, or dispersion of chemicals into the environment of this state with the express purpose of affecting temperature. (8/1/25)
ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROL
Last Action
Effective date 8/1/2025.
6/8/2025