S26
An Act authorizing the town of Brookline to prohibit or restrict the application of second-generation anticoagulant rodenticides
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Bill overview
This bill would allow the town of Brookline, Massachusetts, to ban or limit the use of a specific type of rodenticide called second-generation anticoagulant rodenticides. These chemicals are concerning due to potential harm to wildlife and pets. The bill is based on a petition from residents of Brookline who want to reduce the risks associated with these rodent control methods.
Key provisions
- Authorizes Brookline to prohibit the use of second-generation anticoagulant rodenticides.
- Allows Brookline to restrict the application of these rodenticides.
- The authorization is based on local petition and approval.
- The bill addresses concerns about the impact of these rodenticides on the environment and public safety.
Who is affected
- Residents of Brookline, Massachusetts
- Wildlife in Brookline
- Pet owners in Brookline
- Rodent control professionals in Brookline
Notable changes
- Creates a local ordinance in Brookline to regulate rodenticide use.
- Potentially restricts a common method of rodent control.
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Primary sponsor
Cynthia Stone Creem
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Bill S.26 194th (Current)
An Act authorizing the town of Brookline to prohibit or restrict the application of second-generation anticoagulant rodenticides
By Ms. Creem, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 26) of Cynthia Stone Creem, William F. MacGregor and Tommy Vitolo (by vote of the town) for legislation to authorize the town of Brookline to prohibit or restrict the application of second-generation anticoagulant rodenticides. Environment and Natural Resources. [Local Approval Received.]
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Bill Information
Bill Information
Presenter: Cynthia Stone Creem Status: Referred to Senate Committee on Bills in the Third Reading City/Town: Brookline (Local Approval Required)
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Bill History
Displaying 5 actions for Bill S.26
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 3/6/2025 | Senate | Referred to the committee on Environment and Natural Resources |
| 3/10/2025 | House | House concurred |
| 10/16/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 10/27/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-1 |
| 11/6/2025 | Senate | Bill reported favorably by committee and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session |
| 11/19/2025 | Senate | Read second and ordered to a third reading |
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