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TX HB1382
Bill
Status
11/18/2024
Primary Sponsor
Wesley Virdell
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AI Summary
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Prohibits all weather modification and control activities in Texas, defined as injecting, releasing, or dispersing any chemical, compound, substance, or apparatus to affect temperature, weather, or sunlight intensity
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Creates a Class A misdemeanor offense for violations, with each day of violation constituting a separate offense
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Repeals existing Chapters 301 and 302 of the Agriculture Code, which previously established a regulatory framework for weather modification operations
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Requires the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation to return prorated license/permit fees to current holders whose authorizations become invalid under the new law
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Dismisses any pending disciplinary or administrative proceedings related to violations under the previous weather modification regulatory system; effective date September 1, 2025
Legislative Description
Relating to a prohibition on weather modification and control; creating a criminal offense.
Crimes
Last Action
Left pending in committee
4/22/2025