SB2328

Outdoor balloon releases; ban apart from certain exceptions.

Failed·2/3/26
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Mississippi SB2328 bans outdoor balloon releases except for scientific, meteorological, or indoor purposes.

Mississippi SB2328 prohibits the intentional release of balloons filled with lighter-than-air gases outdoors, except for balloons released by governmental agencies for scientific or meteorological purposes, recovered hot air balloons, or balloons released indoors. Violators face a misdemeanor charge and a fine of Twenty-Five Dollars ($25.00) per balloon released. The act aims to mitigate environmental nuisances, particularly to wildlife and marine animals.

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History

Feb 3

Senate

Died In Committee

Jan 19

Senate

Referred To Judiciary, Division B