H4133
An Act to authorize the town of Lexington to prohibit or restrict the application of second generation anticoagulant rodenticides
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Bill overview
This bill authorizes the town of Lexington, Massachusetts, to regulate or prohibit the use of second-generation anticoagulant rodenticides. The town seeks the authority to control the application of these chemicals, which are commonly used to control rodents. This action aims to protect local wildlife and the environment from potential harm caused by these rodenticides. Lexington is following the lead of other municipalities in addressing concerns about their use.
Key provisions
- Authorizes Lexington to regulate the use of second-generation anticoagulant rodenticides.
- Allows Lexington to prohibit the application of these rodenticides.
- The authorization is based on a petition from the town of Lexington.
- The bill relates to the Environment and Natural Resources committee.
- The bill was referred to the Environment and Natural Resources committee.
- The bill was subsequently concurred by the Senate.
- A hearing is scheduled for October 27, 2025.
Who is affected
- Residents of Lexington, Massachusetts
- Wildlife in Lexington
- Rodent control professionals in Lexington
Notable changes
- This bill grants Lexington local control over rodenticide use, a measure being explored by other municipalities.
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Primary sponsor
Michelle L. Ciccolo
Cosponsors
Cindy F. Friedman
Kenneth I. Gordon
Michael J. Barrett
Michelle L. Ciccolo
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Bill H.4133 194th (Current)
An Act to authorize the town of Lexington to prohibit or restrict the application of second generation anticoagulant rodenticides
By Representative Ciccolo of Lexington, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4133) of Michelle L. Ciccolo (by vote of the town) that the town of Lexington be authorized to regulate the application of second generation anticoagulant rodenticides in said town. Environment and Natural Resources. [Local Approval Received.]
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Bill Information
Presenter: Michelle L. Ciccolo City/Town: Lexington (Local Approval Received)
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Bill History
Displaying 5 actions for Bill H.4133
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 5/12/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on Environment and Natural Resources |
| 5/15/2025 | 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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