Bill > HB2388

This bill creates the "Clear Skies Act," which prohibits any entity from engaging in geoengineering, weather modification, or cloud seeding within the state of Missouri. The bill provides comprehensive definitions for these terms, including detailed explanations of artificial intelligence, cloud seeding, pollutants, and various types of environmental interventions. The Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is authorized to investigate potential violations by creating an online reporting system and developing enforcement procedures. Entities found in violation can face significant penalties, including a felony charge with fines up to $100,000, potential imprisonment for two years, and additional charges for each day the prohibited activity continues. The bill allows the DNR to work with local law enforcement, the state highway patrol, or the National Guard to enforce these provisions. Importantly, the legislation specifically exempts pesticide use in farming and ranching operations. The bill requires the DNR to develop rules and regulations for implementation, with provisions ensuring that any created rules comply with existing state administrative procedures. While the bill aims to protect the atmospheric environment, it provides a comprehensive framework for investigating and penalizing unauthorized atmospheric interventions.

https://house.mo.gov/Bill.aspx?bill=HB2388&year=2026&code=R