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NC S20

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

1/29/2025

Primary Sponsor

Bobby Hanig

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Origin

Senate

2025-2026 Session

AI Summary

  • Prohibits any person from organizing or participating in the intentional release of lighter-than-air balloons (latex, mylar, or similar materials filled with helium)
  • Violations classified as an infraction punishable by a $250 fine
  • Exempts balloons released for government scientific or meteorological purposes and hot air balloons that are recovered after launching
  • Legislative finding states balloon releases harm North Carolina's scenic beauty and pose danger to wildlife and marine animals
  • Effective October 1, 2025

Legislative Description

Prohibiting Certain Mass Balloon Releases

Public

Last Action

Ref To Com On Rules and Operations of the Senate

1/30/2025

Committee Referrals

Rules and Operations of the Senate1/30/2025

Full Bill Text

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