Relates to prohibiting the release of certain balloons
This bill (A 6093) prohibits releasing most balloons outdoors - defined as flexible gas-filled bags made of materials like rubber or nylon - due to environmental harm from balloon debris, which pollutes waterways and harms wildlife. It directly affects event organizers, businesses, and individuals who release balloons outside, with exceptions for manned hot air balloons, government scientific experiments, and indoor releases. Violations carry fines up to $1,000 or 15 days in jail. The law aims to reduce long-term pollution and ecological damage caused by balloon fragments.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2025
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Feb 26, 2025
Last action Jan 7, 2026
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Jan 7, 2026
Committee
REFERRED TO ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION
lower
Feb 26, 2025
Committee
REFERRED TO ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION
lower
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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State
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Tommy John Schiavoni
DDemocratic/Working Families
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