This bill proposes to amend the Arizona Revised Statutes by adding a new section, 13-1606, which specifically addresses the unlawful release of balloons. Under the new law, it would be illegal for individuals aged eighteen and older to intentionally release, organize, supervise, or cause the release of ten or more balloons filled with lighter-than-air gas, with certain exceptions. These exceptions include balloons released for scientific or meteorological purposes by governmental agencies, hot air balloons that are recovered after launching, and balloons released indoors.

The bill establishes that violating this new provision would be classified as a petty offense. This addition to the statutes aims to regulate balloon releases to mitigate potential environmental impacts while allowing for specific, controlled exceptions. The current statutes remain unchanged, with the new language serving to enhance existing laws regarding criminal damage to property.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 13-1606