A Republican Senator has introduced bill SB 56 in the Florida state senate to ban weather modification activities in the state.

According to Newsweek, state Senator Ileana Garcia introduced the legislation last month/

The Independent reports: The bill states that “the injection, release, or dispersion, by any means, of a chemical, a chemical compound, a substance, or an apparatus into the atmosphere within the borders of this state for the express purpose of affecting the temperature, the weather, or the intensity of sunlight is prohibited.”

The legislation outlines that anyone who violates the proposed law would be subject to a second-degree misdemeanor and a fine of up to $10,000.

The legislation also states that the governor of Florida should “consider steps that could be taken to mitigate the harmful consequences of emergencies.”

The bill, if passed, would also repeal certain parts of current weather modification laws, such as definitions and licenses.

“The bill essentially repeals outdated provisions related to various aspects of the weather modification law, including definitions, licensing requirements, and the processes surrounding the application and issuance of licenses,” Garcia told Newsweek in a statement.

“More specifically, it prohibits certain acts intended to influence temperature, weather patterns, or sunlight intensity within our state’s atmosphere,” she added. “In summary, this legislation will enhance our regulatory framework to safeguard against improper use while promoting responsible practices in weather modification.”

It’s “critical for us to engage in this conversation, as our constituents deserve to know that their government is taking their concerns seriously and is committed to responsible oversight,” Garcia emphasized.