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MS HB638
Bill
Status
2/3/2026
Primary Sponsor
Jimmy Fondren
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AI Summary
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Prohibits persons 16 years or older from intentionally releasing or discarding outdoor balloons made of nonbiodegradable, nonphotodegradable, or slow-degrading materials (requiring more than 5 minutes contact with air or water to degrade)
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Imposes a $25 fine per balloon released or discarded, with fines directed to the Mississippi Outdoor Stewardship Trust Fund
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Adults 16 and older are held liable for fines when they arrange or instruct someone under 16 to release balloons
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Exempts balloons released for scientific or meteorological purposes by state or federal agencies, government contractors, and hot air balloons that are recovered after launch
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Takes effect July 1, 2026
Legislative Description
Balloons; prohibit intentional releasing or discarding of.
Last Action
Died In Committee
2/3/2026