Bill > HB0208

This bill addresses atmospheric geoengineering in Wyoming by establishing a comprehensive prohibition on intentionally injecting, releasing, or dispersing chemicals or substances into the atmosphere with the purpose of changing temperature, weather, or sunlight intensity. The legislation is motivated by legislative findings that suggest federal geoengineering experiments may be occurring within the state, and that the risks to human health and environmental safety are not well understood. The bill requires the Wyoming Department of Environmental Quality to conduct air quality testing at sites suspected of geoengineering activities, utilizing advanced techniques like transmission electron microscopy to determine total metals concentration in precipitation. Additionally, the bill includes robust protection for individuals who report potential violations, making it illegal to retaliate against anyone who reports a suspected geoengineering activity in good faith. The bill does not affect existing publicly disclosed contracts and becomes effective immediately upon completing the standard legislative process. By creating this new legal framework, the bill aims to protect public health and environmental resources while maintaining oversight of potential atmospheric manipulation activities.

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https://www.wyoleg.gov/Legislation/2025/HB0208