This bill proposes the creation of a new chapter in Title 23.1 of the North Dakota Century Code, focusing on harmful atmospheric activities. It defines key terms such as "aircraft," "cloud seeding," "stratospheric aerosol injection," and "weather engineering," and establishes that individuals are prohibited from engaging in polluting atmospheric activities or using unidentified aircraft for such purposes. Violators of this provision would be guilty of a class C felony, facing fines of up to $500,000. The bill also outlines reporting and investigative requirements, allowing individuals to report suspected harmful activities to local sheriffs, who are then mandated to investigate credible reports.

Additionally, the bill details enforcement actions that the director of the Department of Environmental Quality and county sheriffs must take if they suspect violations. This includes issuing cease-and-desist orders, requiring operators to provide records of emissions, and conducting investigations into reported atmospheric pollution. The bill emphasizes the importance of public monitoring and reporting, as well as the collaboration between law enforcement and educational institutions for scientific analysis. Overall, the legislation aims to regulate and mitigate harmful atmospheric activities to protect human health and the environment.