H954
An Act empowering vulnerable municipalities to protect residents and the environment from harmful pesticides
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Bill overview
This bill aims to give Massachusetts cities and towns more authority to control the use of pesticides within their communities. It seeks to empower local governments to regulate, restrict, or even prohibit the application and disposal of certain pesticides to better protect residents' health and the environment. The bill recognizes that some municipalities may need additional tools to address concerns about pesticide use. It does this by clarifying and expanding the powers of local authorities.
Key provisions
- Allows cities and towns to regulate the use of certain pesticides.
- Provides municipalities with the power to restrict pesticide applications.
- Enables local governments to prohibit the use of specific pesticides.
- Strengthens local control over pesticide management.
- Focuses on protecting residents and the environment from harmful pesticide exposure.
Who is affected
- Cities and towns in Massachusetts
- Residents of Massachusetts
- Local government officials
- Environmental organizations
- Pesticide applicators
Notable changes
- Expands the existing authority of municipalities to regulate pesticides.
- Creates a framework for local governments to prioritize public health and environmental protection.
- May lead to variations in pesticide regulations across different communities.
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Primary sponsor
Carmine Lawrence Gentile
Cosponsors
Carmine Lawrence Gentile
Christopher Hendricks
Colleen M. Garry
David F. DeCoste
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Bill H.954 194th (Current)
An Act empowering vulnerable municipalities to protect residents and the environment from harmful pesticides
By Representative Gentile of Sudbury, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 954) of Carmine Lawrence Gentile and others relative to the powers of cities and town to regulate, restrict or prohibit the use, application or disposal of certain pesticides. Environment and Natural Resources.
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Bill Information
Bill Information
Presenter: Carmine Lawrence Gentile Status: Referred to House Committee on Ways and Means
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Bill History
Displaying 4 actions for Bill H.954
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on Environment and Natural Resources |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 10/16/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 10/27/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-1 |
| 2/5/2026 | House | Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means |
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