Bill > HB1382

This bill establishes a comprehensive prohibition on weather modification and control in Texas, defining it as the injection, release, or dispersion of any chemical, chemical compound, substance, or apparatus intended to affect temperature, weather, or sunlight intensity. Under the proposed law, any person engaging in such activities would commit a criminal offense classified as a Class A misdemeanor, with the potential for separate charges for each day a violation occurs. The bill effectively repeals existing Chapters 301 and 302 of the Agriculture Code related to weather modification and provides for the dismissal of any pending administrative proceedings under the previous law. Additionally, the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation will be required to return prorated license or permit fees to current holders. The legislation is set to take effect on September 1, 2025, and will only apply to offenses committed on or after that date, ensuring that prior acts are governed by the law in effect at the time they were committed. The bill appears aimed at comprehensively prohibiting any intentional attempts to manipulate or control weather conditions within the state.

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https://capitol.texas.gov/BillLookup/History.aspx?LegSess=89R&Bill=HB1382