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MO HB2388

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/7/2026

Primary Sponsor

Steve Jordan

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Prohibits any entity from engaging in geoengineering, weather modification, or cloud seeding within Missouri, with geoengineering defined to include aerosol release, solar radiation modification, stratospheric aerosol injection, and climate intervention

  • Violations constitute a felony punishable by a minimum fine of $100,000 and/or up to 2 years imprisonment, with each day of prohibited activity counted as a separate offense

  • Department of Natural Resources must create an online public reporting system for suspected violations and investigate all reports, issuing cease-and-desist orders when violations are confirmed

  • Enforcement may involve local law enforcement, Missouri State Highway Patrol, or the National Guard as deemed necessary by the department

  • Pesticide use on farming and ranching operations is explicitly exempted from the prohibitions

Legislative Description

Creates the "Clear Skies Act" prohibiting geoengineering, cloud seeding and other atmospheric interventions, and authorizing DNR to investigate violations, and includes penalty provisions

Last Action

Action Postponed (H)

4/8/2026

Committee Referrals

Special Committee on Intergovernmental Affairs3/25/2026

Full Bill Text

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