Are Releasing Balloons Illegal?

Mass release of balloons is illegal in several states and cities, including Virginia. Jurisdictions that have laws in effect dealing with balloon releases include: Connecticut, Florida, Tennessee, New York, Texas, California and Virginia.

Is it okay to release balloons?

(a) No person or group shall release, outdoors, balloons made of electrically conductive material and filled with a gas lighter than air, as part of a public or civic event, promotional activity, or product advertisement.

Are air balloons illegal?

In New South Wales, it is an offence to let go 20 or more helium balloons at once, with a greater penalty for the release of more than 100 balloons. ... In Western Australia, balloon releasing isn't explicitly unlawful, however when the deflated balloon lands, it is considered litter and breaches the state's littering act.