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MA H975

MA H975
Relative to the prohibition of chemical pesticides on golf courses


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Introduced
03/29/2021
In Committee
03/29/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022

Introduced Session

192nd General Court

Bill Summary

For legislation to regulate the use of chemical pesticides on golf courses. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.

AI Summary

This bill prohibits the use of chemical pesticides on golf courses in order to prevent additional public health risks during the pandemic and to curb the environmental impacts of chemical use on large areas of land. The bill defines key terms like "golf course" and "pesticide," and establishes that the Department of Food and Agriculture will be responsible for inspecting and enforcing the prohibition, as well as determining any necessary additional restrictions. The Department may grant waivers to golf courses that can prove, after a technical evaluation, that the use of pesticides on their land has no environmental impact or public health risks.

Committee Categories

Agriculture and Natural Resources

Sponsors (3)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see H5041 (on 08/29/2022)

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