UT SB0023

Criminalizes the intentional release of chemicals from aircraft for solar geoengineering purposes as a third-degree felony, punishable by imprisonment and fines up to $100,000

Defines "solar geoengineering" as modifying Earth's atmosphere through solar radiation management, which involves dispersing chemicals to reduce sunlight reaching the surface

Exempts weather modification activities conducted under Utah's existing weather modification laws (Title 73, Chapter 15)

Requires the Department of Transportation to create an electronic reporting system for suspected solar geoengineering and forward credible reports to the Attorney General

Mandates airport operators report any known solar geoengineering activity at their facilities to the Department of Transportation; effective May 6, 2026