Loading chat...

MA H1725

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

2/27/2025

Primary Sponsor

Homar Gomez

Click for details

Origin

House of Representatives

194th General Court

AI Summary

  • Prohibits the intentional release of any balloon (latex, mylar, or other materials) into the atmosphere for ceremonial, celebratory, or promotional purposes
  • Establishes escalating fines: $50 for first offense, $150 for second offense, and $250 for each subsequent offense
  • Requires the Massachusetts Division of Fisheries and Wildlife to develop a public education campaign on environmental harm from balloon releases and sustainable alternatives
  • Takes effect 90 days after passage

Legislative Description

To ban the release of balloons

Last Action

Reported by committee to Clerk’s Office for processing, will accompany a study order

10/20/2025

Committee Referrals

Judiciary2/27/2025

Full Bill Text

No bill text available