An anti-weather modification bill is getting closer to Governor Ron DeSantis’s desk for approval.
The bill — which is now before the full House — would ban the release of any substance that could potentially impact weather, sunlight or temperature. Violators may face a $100,000-fine and misdemeanor charge.
It would also require airports to file monthly reports to the Florida Department of Transportation on any aircraft capable of being equipped with geoengineering technology — which may include attached aerosol devices.
While these practices are not new, a recent surge in related conspiracy theories and widespread misunderstanding has led several states to consider similar bans.
The House companion version of the bill threatens even loftier consequences for violators — with a $200,000-fine and a third-degree felony charge.
DeSantis has publicly expressed support for the Senate-version of the bill.
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