Bill > HB0899

This bill introduces new regulations for weather-related companies in Tennessee, specifically prohibiting certain weather modification activities. The legislation defines key terms such as "cloud seeding" (intentionally directing rainfall by injecting chemicals into the atmosphere) and "weather modification" (activities aimed at changing atmospheric conditions). The bill makes it unlawful for weather-related companies to engage in several specific activities, including seeding clouds, using heat sources to influence weather patterns, modifying solar radiation through atmospheric releases, and altering land or water surfaces with various materials. Any violation of these prohibitions will be considered a breach of the Tennessee Consumer Protection Act of 1977, subjecting offending companies to potential penalties and legal remedies. The bill effectively creates new consumer protection measures by restricting potentially invasive or unregulated weather manipulation techniques, with the regulations set to take effect on July 1, 2025. By classifying these activities as unfair or deceptive practices, the legislation aims to protect consumers and regulate potentially environmental or scientifically controversial weather modification services.

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https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/Billinfo/default.aspx?BillNumber=HB0899&ga=114