This bill proposes several updates to current Arizona statutes regarding climate modification. It repeals Title 45, Chapter 9, and amends Section 45-117 by removing references to the Department of Water Resources and updating the list of applicable sections. The bill introduces new provisions that prohibit the intentional injection or release of chemicals or substances aimed at altering temperature, climate, or sunlight intensity within the state.

Additionally, the bill outlines exceptions for normal aircraft operations, lawful emissions from industrial activities, and emergency response actions. It mandates the Department to establish a complaint process for violations and grants the Department the authority to investigate credible reports. Violators of this new section would face a class 4 felony charge and a civil penalty of up to $100,000 for each violation, with each act considered a separate offense.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 45-117, 49-119, 45-113, 45-115, 45-116, 45-183, 45-273, 45-292, 45-411.01, 45-467, 45-476.01, 45-595, 45-612, 45-703, 45-871.01, 45-874.01, 45-1021, 45-1041, 45-1205, 45-1603, 45-1605, 35-190, 35-313