An act relating to prohibiting geoengineering
This bill bans all forms of geoengineering in Vermont, including solar radiation modification (like stratospheric aerosol injection), cloud seeding, and other atmospheric experiments that release pollutants. It directly affects anyone conducting such activities - individuals, companies, or government entities - within Vermont's airspace or territory. Key provisions require Vermont State Police or sheriffs to issue immediate cease-and-desist orders for violations and mandate reports of suspected violations to law enforcement. The bill defines prohibited activities broadly to cover interventions using aerosols, chemicals, electromagnetic radiation, or "chaff" (including PFAS-containing materials) that could harm health, environment, or agriculture.
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Feb 2025
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Introduced Feb 13, 2025
Last action Feb 13, 2025
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District
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Carolyn Branagan
RRepublican
P
Chris Pritchard
RRepublican
P
Debbie Powers
RRepublican
P
Greg Burtt
RRepublican
P
Jed Lipsky
IIndependent
P
John O'Brien
DDemocratic
P
Jonathan Cooper
DDemocratic
P
Josh Dobrovich
RRepublican
P
Ken Wells
RRepublican
P
Kenneth Goslant
RRepublican
P
Kevin Winter
RRepublican
P
Leland Morgan
RRepublican
P
Mark Higley
RRepublican
P
Mike Southworth
RRepublican
P
Mike Tagliavia
RRepublican
P
Richard Nelson
RRepublican
P
Rob North
RRepublican
P
Shawn Sweeney
DDemocratic
P
V.L. Coffin
RRepublican
P
Zak Harvey
RRepublican
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