Modifies the offense of littering
HB 1164 modifies Missouri's littering law to specifically address the intentional outdoor release or abandonment of balloons. It imposes tiered fines based on balloon quantity: $100-$500 for 10 or fewer balloons on a first offense, $500+ for 11+ balloons, with higher fines for repeat violations. The law excludes unintentional releases and certain scientific or hot air balloons used for observation. This directly affects individuals who intentionally release balloons outdoors, adding specific penalties to existing littering statutes.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2025
Committee Review
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Governor
Introduced Feb 3, 2025
Last action May 15, 2025
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May 15, 2025
Committee
Referred: Emerging Issues(H)
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Feb 3, 2025
Introduced
Introduced and Read First Time (H)
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1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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Role
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Party
State
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P
Jo Doll
DDemocratic
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