H4091
An Act authorizing the city of Salem to prohibit the application of second generation anti-coagulant rodenticides within its borders
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Bill overview
This bill authorizes the city of Salem, Massachusetts, to prohibit the use of second-generation anticoagulant rodenticides within its boundaries. These rodenticides are known to cause harm to non-target animals, including pets and wildlife, through secondary poisoning. The bill aims to protect the local ecosystem and reduce the risks associated with these chemicals. It builds upon similar legislation already passed for other Massachusetts cities and towns.
Key provisions
- Authorizes the city of Salem to prohibit the use of second-generation anticoagulant rodenticides.
- The prohibition applies to the application of these rodenticides within Salem's borders.
- The bill is supported by the Mayor and City Council of Salem.
- It is part of a broader trend of Massachusetts localities taking action on this issue.
- The bill was referred to the Environment and Natural Resources committee.
- The Senate concurred with the House version of the bill.
- A hearing is scheduled for October 27, 2025.
- The bill is related to similar legislation in Provincetown and Newton.
Who is affected
- Residents of Salem, Massachusetts
- Pet owners in Salem
- Wildlife in Salem
- Pest control companies operating in Salem
- The City of Salem
Notable changes
- This bill represents a local effort to restrict the use of a specific type of rodenticide.
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Primary sponsor
Cosponsors
Joan B. Lovely
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Bill H.4091 194th (Current)
An Act authorizing the city of Salem to prohibit the application of second generation anti-coagulant rodenticides within its borders
By Representative Cruz of Salem, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4091) of Manny Cruz (with the approval of the mayor and city council) that the city of Salem be authorized to prohibit the use of second generation anti-coagulant rodenticides in said city. Environment and Natural Resources. [Local Approval Received.]
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Bill Information
Presenters: Manny Cruz , Joan B. Lovely City/Town: Salem (Local Approval Received)
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Displaying 5 actions for Bill H.4091
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 5/5/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on Environment and Natural Resources |
| 5/12/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 10/16/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 10/27/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-1 |
| 1/20/2026 | House | Reporting date extended to Wednesday, March 18, 2026 |
| 3/12/2026 | House | Accompanied a new draft, see H5217 |
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