A bill for an act providing a limitation on civil or criminal liability for any alleged actual or potential effect on climate caused wholly or partly by a greenhouse gas emission.

This bill (HSB 693) creates a legal shield for businesses against civil or criminal lawsuits claiming harm from greenhouse gas emissions affecting climate. It directly affects agricultural operations and renewable fuel facilities, which are defined as sources of emissions covered by the law. The key provision blocks liability unless a plaintiff proves, with clear evidence, that the defendant violated specific, existing state regulations or permits governing emissions. The bill explicitly states it does not create new rights to sue or seek remedies based on climate impacts from emissions.