weather modification; license; rules.

This bill establishes a licensing system for weather modification activities in Arizona, requiring permits for cloud seeding, hail suppression, and other weather control operations. It affects individuals, corporations, and government entities that want to conduct these activities, requiring them to apply to the Department of Water Resources. The licensing process includes a 120-day review period, Department of Environmental Quality approval of chemicals used, public notice, and a public meeting in affected areas. Fees collected will be distributed between the Department of Water Resources and Department of Environmental Quality. The bill creates a regulatory framework for weather modification activities that were previously unregulated in Arizona.