Virginia lawmakers approve legislation to ban intentional release of non-biodegradable balloons
Virginia lawmakers approve legislation to ban intentional release of non-biodegradable balloons Posted at 11:50 AM, Feb 19, 2021 and last updated 2021-02-21 22:39:49-05 RICHMOND, Va. â Virginia lawmakers have approved legislation to ban the intentional release of all non-biodegradable balloons. The possible new law would slap offenders with a civil fine of $25 per balloon if intentionally released. The legislation was backed by environmentalists and coastal residents who regularly complain about litter from balloons on Virginia beaches and the potential harm to marine animals. The Sen...
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