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MS SB2328
Bill
AI Summary
- Bans intentional outdoor release of balloons filled with lighter-than-air gases, including organizing or causing such releases
- Defines "balloon" broadly to include sacs made of rubber, latex, polychloroprene, nylon, mylar, foil, or other materials, as well as floating sky lanterns
- Exempts balloons released for governmental scientific or meteorological purposes, hot air balloons that are recovered after launching, and balloons released indoors
- Violation constitutes a misdemeanor with a fine of $25.00 per balloon released
- Takes effect July 1, 2026
Legislative Description
Outdoor balloon releases; ban apart from certain exceptions.
Last Action
Died In Committee
2/3/2026
Committee Referrals
Judiciary, Division B1/19/2026
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