Environmental and natural resources; prohibiting certain actions relating to weather modification. Effective date.
SB 1797 prohibits intentionally releasing chemicals into Oklahoma's atmosphere to alter weather patterns, affecting any individual or entity conducting such activities within the state. It authorizes the Governor to deploy the Oklahoma Air National Guard to investigate violations, document evidence, and escort violators for further action. The bill repeals all existing Oklahoma laws related to weather modification (previously codified in sections 1087.1-1087.20 and 1801.1-1801.4). It takes effect on November 1, 2026.
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Feb 2026
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Introduced Feb 2, 2026
Last action Feb 3, 2026
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Shane Jett
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