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NM SB103

NM SB103
Restricting Use Of Neonicotinoid Pesticide


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Introduced
01/19/2021
In Committee
03/05/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
03/20/2021

Introduced Session

2021 Regular Session

Bill Summary

AN ACT RELATING TO THE ENVIRONMENT; RESTRICTING THE USE OF NEONICOTINOID CLASS PESTICIDES; PROVIDING EXCEPTIONS; REQUIRING AN EDUCATION AND TRAINING PROGRAM; AMENDING AND ENACTING SECTIONS OF THE PESTICIDE CONTROL ACT.

AI Summary

This bill restricts the use of neonicotinoid class pesticides in New Mexico, with some exceptions. It amends the Pesticide Control Act to define neonicotinoid class pesticides, prohibit their distribution and use except for certain purposes like commercial agriculture on non-pollinated crops, require private applicator certification and permitting for their use, and develop pollinator health education and training programs. The bill also makes other changes to the Pesticide Control Act, such as updating definitions, registration requirements, and grounds for denying or revoking licenses. The effective date of the bill is July 1, 2021.

Committee Categories

Agriculture and Natural Resources, Budget and Finance

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Failed to Pass in the Senate, Bill Has Died (on 03/08/2021)

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