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MA S432

To restrict the use of pesticides around children


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Introduced
01/22/2019
In Committee
01/22/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020

Introduced Session

191st General Court

Bill Summary

For legislation to restrict the use of certain pesticides around children. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.

AI Summary

This bill seeks to restrict the use of certain pesticides around children by amending Section 6C of Chapter 132B of the General Laws. The key provisions of the bill include: 1) expanding the locations where pesticide use is restricted to include properties occupied by the Department of Children and Families, juvenile court facilities, Department of Youth Services facilities, and sports fields for town youth teams; 2) prohibiting pesticide use within 150 feet of these locations, including on abutting properties; 3) applying the restrictions to pesticide use by any entity, whether a public or private owner, management company, or other person or legal entity; and 4) extending the restrictions to pesticide use by or on behalf of the "department" in addition to schools.

Committee Categories

Agriculture and Natural Resources

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see S2540 (on 02/18/2020)

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