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LA SB108
LA SB108Provides that the commissioner of the Department of Agriculture and Forestry has the exclusive authority to make certain decisions related to pesticide labeling. (8/1/26)
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Introduced
02/22/2026
02/22/2026
In Committee
02/22/2026
02/22/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT To enact R.S. 3:3221.1, relative to the commissioner of the Department of Agriculture and Forestry; to provide relative to registration and renewals related to pesticide la
AI Summary
This bill establishes that the commissioner of the Department of Agriculture and Forestry has the sole authority to make decisions regarding pesticide labeling, including registration and renewal processes, as outlined in existing law. Specifically, it mandates that any pesticide sold in the state must have a label that is consistent with the one registered with the commissioner, preventing any significant changes to the registered label at the time of sale. This provision is intended to supersede any other state laws or requirements concerning pesticide labels or warnings, while importantly preserving the state's overall authority to regulate the use, distribution, and sale of pesticides.
Committee Categories
Agriculture and Natural Resources
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Withdrawn from the files of the Senate prior to introduction. (on 03/09/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.legis.la.gov/legis/BillInfo.aspx?s=26rs&b=SB108&sbi=y |
| BillText | https://www.legis.la.gov/Legis/ViewDocument.aspx?d=1441419 |
| Analysis - Digest of SB108 Original | https://www.legis.la.gov/Legis/ViewDocument.aspx?d=1441420 |
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