LANSING – Nisha Singhi didn’t expect she would have her hand in state legislation, but in early October the Bloomfield Hills high schooler’s efforts led to a proposed ban on balloon litter. O’Brien launched a website for the public to document the location of balloon debris. There’s a lot of good intention and emotion tied to balloon releases at events like graduations and weddings, but it’s amazing that people don’t consider the consequences behind them, O’Brien said. The biggest problem with balloons is that they can travel hundreds to thousands of miles, and there is no real pattern to where they land, O’Brien said. After reading about balloon debris in a Pure Michigan magazine, the 14-year-old decided to contact Lara O’Brien, a now-graduated master’s student of the University of Michigan School for Environment and Sustainability. “I had data submitted from Isle Royale, Sleeping Bear Dunes National Park, from the Detroit International Wildlife Refuge, every possible environment these balloons end up in,” O’Brien said.
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They’re basically mass littering events that damage the environment and endanger wildlife, she said. At the same time, McMorrow surprised her with a copy of the bill before the lawmakers introduced it. In July and August, she met with Rep. Mallory McMorrow, D-Royal Oak, to discuss efforts to limit balloon debris. The legislation would amend the Natural Resource and Protection Act, authorizing a $250 fine for people who knowingly release balloons that are filled with a gas lighter than air. The sophomore contacted her local legislators to see if she could give a presentation. After connecting with O’Brien, the young student began giving presentations at her school. Mari Manoogian, D-Birmingham, and Sen. “It’s really crazy to see that it’s gotten this far, but also I’m really excited to keep working on it and see how far this can go,” Nisha said. In October, she shadowed Manoogian. “I had seen people using balloons at school events and things, so I thought spreading awareness around disposing of them properly was important,” Nisha said.
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The proposed change includes exceptions for weather balloons. Wildlife can also get entangled in balloons and balloon strings, making it hard to swim or breathe. It does have a lot of impacts on our environment and our economy that a lot of people don’t think about,” Lowe said. While balloon manufacturers claim natural latex balloons are biodegradable and safe for the environment, the balloons are made with chemicals that hinder their degradation, according to O’Brien’s balloon debris survey. “Any trash in our environment is not a good thing. Trash and other types of marine debris are a significant concern in the Great Lakes region and internationally, and balloons are one piece of that puzzle, said Sarah Lowe, the Great Lakes Region coordinator for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Marine Debris Program. Hot air balloons that are recovered after launching or that carry passengers. Balloons can block the intestines of animals that eat them, making them feel full and causing them to starve, Lowe said. Balloons and other debris also contribute to dirty beaches, which can drive tourists away, Lowe said.
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Mylar and synthetic latex ballons will not biodegrade. About 85% of what volunteers pick up is entirely or partially made of plastic, said Jennifer Caddick, the vice president of communications and engagement at the Alliance, based in Chicago. Balloons made up only about 1% of the items Alliance volunteers find, more than 7,000 items in recent years, Caddick said. The House bill was introduced by Manoogian. They make up only a small percentage of the larger plastics pollution problem, but they are one of the deadliest for wildlife. Helium is also a finite resource that is rapidly depleting, O’Brien said. Rosemary Bayer of Beverly Hills, Winnie Brinks of Grand Rapids, Stephanie Chang of Detroit, Jeff Irwin of Ann Arbor, Dayna Polehanki of Livonia, Sylvia Santana of Detroit and Paul Wojno of Warren. The Senate bill was introduced by McMorrow and received support from Democrats, including Sens. The bills were introduced in early October. The Alliance for the Great Lakes has organized beach cleanups along the Great Lakes shoreline for 30 years, tallying the trash found.
The city can be reached within approximately an hour from Bangkok. The ancient ruins are numerous and include highlights such as Wat Raja Burana built in 1424 and featuring prangs, chedis, and a monumental gateway, Viharn Phra Mongkol Bopit with its huge seated Buddha image, and Wat Maheyong boasting stucco elephants supporting the base of the chedi. It is now part of the Dong Phaya Yen Khao Yai Forest Complex, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2005. The park, located within a two-hour drive north of Bangkok, covers an area of 2,168 square kilometres and is part of four different provinces. Khao Yai National Park was established in 1962. Is Thailand’s first national Park. Offers several outstanding sightseeing opportunities. Chantarasakem Palace originally built for King Naresuan who reigned until 1605. A visit to this city should include a river cruise – there are several types of boats available for hire – with beautiful views of the town’s classical houses and the riverside adorned with several interesting temples and one of Thailand’s earliest Catholic churches. Other attractions worth visiting while in Ayutthaya include the National Museum where a remarkable collection of Buddhist art is displayed.