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Ban on Unauthorized Atmospheric Geoengineering in Wyoming

Last scannedOct 23, 2026, 2:19 AM

In one sentence

This resolution requests that Congress prohibit unauthorized atmospheric geoengineering and weather modification activities in Wyoming.

Requests Congress to ban the release of chemicals, biological or radiological substances into the atmosphere for weather modification without state approval.
Bans the use of unmarked aircraft, drones, balloons, or space-based platforms for conducting unauthorized geoengineering over Wyoming.
Makes unauthorized acts a felony offense with criminal penalties and fines.

Federal agencies and private entities engaging in atmospheric geoengineering without state approval.
The Wyoming Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) which will be responsible for investigating and stopping unauthorized activities.
Residents of Wyoming who may benefit from protected air quality and transparency regarding atmospheric modifications.

The resolution did not pass and was introduced but failed in the House.
It does not specify penalties or enforcement mechanisms beyond making unauthorized acts a felony offense.
The bill text does not provide details on how public transparency will be ensured for authorized activities.

Plain language

Geoengineering: Intentional large-scale technological intervention in the Earth's natural systems to counteract climate change or other environmental issues.
Solar Radiation Management (SRM): A type of geoengineering that involves reflecting sunlight back into space to cool the planet, often through injecting particles into the atmosphere.

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Public statements

Last checked Aug 2, 1:27 AM

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Wyoming roll calls

1 roll call

H Failed Introduction 33-29-0-0-02026-02-09 · House33 yes 29 no

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