New law in Virginia makes it illegal to release balloons outdoors

A previous balloon bill, passed in 1991, made it unlawful for anyone to release 50 or more balloons made of nonbiodegradable material, WRIC reported.

Jeff McWaters, saying it could lead to “undercover stings” at children’s parties, he Virginian-Pilot reported.

Birds, turtles and other animals often mistake balloons for food, which can have deadly consequences, according to The Virginian-Pilot.

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