Bill > A06930

This bill amends the environmental conservation law to allow local governments that have already established freshwater wetlands protection laws to adopt additional local ordinances prohibiting pesticide application in certain wetlands. Specifically, the bill permits these local governments to ban pesticide use in wetlands that are hydrologically connected to public water supply sources, with important exceptions for controlling invasive species, addressing public health pests, managing noxious weeds, and protecting critical native plant species. The legislation explicitly does not limit pesticide use in farm operations as defined by agricultural law. Any local ordinance enacted under this provision must take effect on the first day of January following its adoption, providing a clear timeline for implementation. The bill aims to give local governments more control over pesticide application in sensitive wetland areas while maintaining necessary exceptions for environmental management and agricultural needs.

Agriculture and Natural Resources, Housing and Urban Affairs

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A6930