Bill > H4481

This bill authorizes the town of Orleans to adopt a pesticide reduction bylaw. The purpose of the bylaw is to reduce the use of toxic pesticides on public and private property in order to promote a healthy environment and protect the public from the hazards of pesticides. The bill defines key terms like "pesticide" and "allowed materials list," which limits the types of pesticides that can be used. The bylaw prohibits the application of any pesticide not on the allowed materials list, except in certain circumstances like indoor pest control or treating invasive plants. The town manager or their designee is given enforcement authority, and violations are subject to fines. The bill also includes provisions for severability and the bylaw to take effect upon passage.