Missouri · 2026 Regular Session · Bill

HB 2656: Creates the "Clear Skies Act" prohibiting geoengineering, cloud seeding and other atmospheric interventions, authorizing DNR to investigate violations, and includes penalty provisions

In committee Last action May 12, 2026: HCS Reported Do Pass (H) - AYES: 8 NOES: 3 PRESENT: 0

Plain-language summary

HB 2656 is a bill introduced in the Missouri House on January 5, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Creates the "Clear Skies Act" prohibiting geoengineering, cloud seeding and other atmospheric interventions, authorizing DNR to investigate violations, and includes penalty provisions. Primary sponsor: Burt Whaley (Republican). It lists 1 additional sponsor. Most recent recorded action (May 12, 2026): HCS Reported Do Pass (H) - AYES: 8 NOES: 3 PRESENT: 0.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Burt Whaley (Republican). 1 co-sponsor.