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Introduced
01/22/2019
01/22/2019
In Committee
01/22/2019
01/22/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020
12/31/2020
Introduced Session
191st General Court
Bill Summary
Relative to the sale, distribution and release of balloons. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.
AI Summary
This bill prohibits the sale, distribution, and release of any type of balloon, including plastic, latex, or mylar, filled with lighter-than-air gas, for both public and private use. Violators will be subject to a fine of up to $100. The bill provides exceptions for balloons released by state or federal agencies for scientific or meteorological purposes, as well as hot air balloons that are recovered after launch.
Committee Categories
Agriculture and Natural Resources
Sponsors (6)
Julian Cyr (D),
Dylan Fernandes (D),
Natalie Higgins (D),
Sarah Peake (D),
Denise Provost (D),
Dave Rogers (D),
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H5124 (on 11/10/2020)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H843 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H843.pdf |
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