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WI SB456

WI SB456
Local regulation of pesticides to protect pollinators.


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Introduced
07/21/2021
In Committee
07/21/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
03/15/2022

Introduced Session

2021-2022 Regular Session

Bill Summary

An Act to create 94.701 (3) (b) 9. of the statutes; Relating to: local regulation of pesticides to protect pollinators.

AI Summary

This bill creates a new provision in the Wisconsin statutes that allows local governments to regulate pesticides for the purpose of protecting pollinators or pollinator habitats. The term "pollinator" is defined to mean an insect that pollinates flowers. This gives local authorities the ability to enact their own rules and restrictions related to pesticide use in order to protect pollinator species, which are important for maintaining healthy ecosystems and food production.

Committee Categories

Labor and Employment

Sponsors (24)

Last Action

Failed to pass pursuant to Senate Joint Resolution 1 (on 03/15/2022)

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