DeSantis signs bill banning balloon releases in Florida

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis (R) signed a bill Monday that bans people from intentionally releasing balloons into the air in a new conservation effort.

The bill intends to minimize the number of balloons flying over the ocean and washing ashore.

According to the legislation, starting July 1, people who are caught intentionally releasing balloons could face a $150 fine.

Children 6 years of age or younger are exempt from the penalties, but groups at memorials or parties could be fined, the Tampa Bay Times reported.