Mississippi : 2025 Regular Session : BILL HB788
Air quality; prohibit injection of chemicals into atmosphere with purpose of affecting the weather.
affecting temperature dispersion of chemicals intentional injection into atmosphere into the atmosphere
Bill Details
An Act To Prohibit The Intentional Injection, Release, Or Dispersion Of Chemicals Within The Borders Of The State Of Mississippi Into The Atmosphere With The Express Purpose Of Affecting Temperature, Weather, Or The Intensity Of The Sunlight; To Bring Forward Sections 49-17-5, 49-17-19, 49-17-25 And 49-17-36, Mississippi Code Of 1972, Which Relate To Pollution Of Waters, Streams, And Air Within The State, For Purposes Of Possible Amendment; To Amend Section 49-17-29, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Make A Minor, Nonsubstantive Change; And For Related Purposes.
Bill summary (AI generated)
Bill Summary: This bill, known as House Bill 788, proposes to prohibit the intentional injection, release, or dispersion of chemicals within the borders of Mississippi into the atmosphere for the purpose of affecting temperature, weather, or the intensity of sunlight. It also aims to amend various sections of the Mississippi Code of 1972 related to pollution, while introducing minor, nonsubstantive changes. Key Provisions: - The intentional injection, release, or dispersion of chemicals, substances, or apparatus into the atmosphere is prohibited if it is aimed at affecting temperature, weather, or sunlight intensity. - The bill emphasizes the potential amendment of existing pollution-related sections in the Mississippi Code to align with this prohibition. - Specific sections that are referenced for possible amendment relate to the pollution of air and water. - The bill includes provisions related to the roles of the Mississippi Commission on Environmental Quality and the administrative procedures surrounding permits for air and water pollution control. The bill has been marked as "Failed" in its latest status. It is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, if passed.
History
The bill was filed in November 2024 and initially went through several committees, including Environment and Natural Resources, before being reassigned to Conservation and Water Resources. Unfortunately, it faced challenges and ultimately died in committee on February 4, 2025, meaning it will not proceed any further in the legislative process. As the bill has failed, there are no further steps to be taken unless a new bill is introduced.
- Thu 16 Jan 2025 Referred To Conservation and Water Resources
- Tue 04 Feb 2025 Died In Committee