An Act amending the act of March 1, 1974 (P.L.90, No.24), known as the Pennsylvania Pesticide Control Act of 1973, providing for prohibited pesticides.
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill prohibits the use of paraquat as a pesticide in Pennsylvania. It defines paraquat for the purpose of the law, referencing its Chemical Abstracts Service number. Existing regulations that conflict with this prohibition are also abrogated. The law will take effect one year after its passage.
Key provisions
- Prohibits the use of paraquat as a pesticide.
- Defines ‘paraquat’ by referencing its CAS number.
- Abrogates regulations inconsistent with the new prohibition.
- Establishes a one-year effective date for the law.
Who is affected
- Pesticide users
- Farmers
- Gardeners
- Pennsylvania residents
- Pesticide distributors
Notable changes
- Specifically bans the use of paraquat within the state.
- Provides a clear definition of the prohibited substance.
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- Pn 1457 Html
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9 on record
Primary sponsor
Cosponsors
Christine Tartaglione
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