HB 5751 Michigan House · 2023-2024 Regular Session

Environmental protection: air pollution; dispersion of substances or objects into atmosphere; prohibit for purposes of affecting weather. Amends 1994 PA 451 (MCL 324.101 - 324.90106) by adding sec. 5514b.

This bill prohibits individuals from intentionally releasing chemicals or devices into the air to alter weather patterns or sunlight intensity. It directly affects anyone who might attempt to change the weather through such actions by making it illegal under Michigan's environmental protection laws. The key provision adds a new section to the state code that specifically bans these weather-modifying activities. By outlawing this practice, the legislation aims to prevent deliberate interference with natural atmospheric conditions.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
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May 2024
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Introduced May 30, 2024 Last action Jun 4, 2024
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May 30, 2024
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referred to Committee on Government Operations
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May 30, 2024
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introduced by Representative Rachelle Smit
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1 primary · 10 co-sponsors

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