Bill > SF2936

This bill amends Minnesota's existing agricultural statutes to explicitly prohibit burning pesticide containers. Specifically, the legislation adds a new provision to section 18B.07 that directly bans the disposal of pesticide containers through burning, while maintaining existing requirements that pesticides, rinsate (the liquid remaining after cleaning a pesticide container), and containers must be disposed of in accordance with state law and the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA). The bill emphasizes that disposal methods must not cause unreasonable adverse effects on the environment. The new prohibition on burning pesticide containers will become effective on January 1, 2026, which provides a transition period for individuals and businesses to adapt to the new disposal requirements. This change is likely intended to reduce environmental contamination and potential health risks associated with burning containers that may have residual pesticide chemicals.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?b=Senate&f=SF2936&ssn=0&y=2025