Florida Enforces Airport Reporting on Weather Modification

Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier has mandated all public-use airports to submit monthly reports on any geoengineering or weather modification activities, as well as any aircraft capable of such operations, beginning October 1. This requirement enforces Senate Bill 56, signed by Governor Ron DeSantis in June, which bans the intentional release of chemicals into the atmosphere to alter weather or climate. Noncompliance could result in the loss of state funding and substantial penalties. Uthmeier described the law as a protection against the 'weaponization of science' by 'climate extremists,' while critics, including state Rep. Ashley Gantt, argue the legislation is unnecessary since Florida has not issued a weather modification license since 1957. Orlando airport officials stated they are not aware of any such activities but will comply with the directive. The law aims to prevent atmospheric interventions and addresses ongoing debates over alleged 'chemtrail' conspiracies.