West Virginia SB665 prohibits geoengineering and weather modification activities to protect the environment and human health.
West Virginia SB665 aims to safeguard the environment and human health by prohibiting geoengineering and weather modification activities. The bill defines terms such as "geoengineering," "weather modification," and "atmospheric contaminant." It mandates the Department for Environmental Protection to investigate reports of geoengineering and issue cease and desist orders. Violations carry civil and criminal penalties, including fines and imprisonment. The bill also seeks to prevent foreign entities from conducting such activities within the state.
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