Balloons; prohibit intentional releasing or discarding of.

HB 638 would prohibit anyone 16 or older from intentionally releasing or discarding non-biodegradable or non-photodegradable balloons (or balloons taking over 5 minutes to degrade in air/water) outdoors. Exceptions include scientific/meteorological releases by government agencies or recovered hot air balloons. Violators would face $25 fines per balloon, paid into Mississippi's Outdoor Stewardship Trust Fund. The bill died in committee in February 2026 and is not law.