H4310
An Act authorizing the town of Belmont to prohibit or restrict the application of second-generation anticoagulant rodenticides
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Bill overview
This bill authorizes the town of Belmont, Massachusetts, to regulate or prohibit the use of second-generation anticoagulant rodenticides. It allows the town to implement measures aimed at reducing the potential harm to wildlife and pets caused by these rodent control products. The bill is based on a petition from residents of Belmont and is similar to legislation being considered in other Massachusetts towns and cities.
Key provisions
- Authorizes Belmont to regulate or prohibit the application of second-generation anticoagulant rodenticides.
- Allows Belmont to implement local policies regarding rodent control.
- The bill is based on a petition from Belmont residents.
- Similar legislation is being considered in other Massachusetts municipalities.
Who is affected
- Residents of Belmont, Massachusetts
- Wildlife in Belmont
- Pet owners in Belmont
Notable changes
- This bill represents a local effort to control the use of a specific type of rodenticide.
- It builds upon existing efforts in other Massachusetts communities to address the risks associated with these products.
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Primary sponsor
David M. Rogers
Cosponsors
David M. Rogers
William N. Brownsberger
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Bill H.4310 194th (Current)
An Act authorizing the town of Belmont to prohibit or restrict the application of second-generation anticoagulant rodenticides
By Representative Rogers of Cambridge and Senator Brownsberger, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4310) of David M. Rogers and William N. Brownsberger (by vote of the town) that the town of Belmont be authorized to further regulate the application of second-generation anticoagulant rodenticides in said town. Environment and Natural Resources. [Local Approval Received.]
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Bill Information
Presenters: David M. Rogers , William N. Brownsberger City/Town: Belmont (Local Approval Received)
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Displaying 5 actions for Bill H.4310
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 7/23/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on Environment and Natural Resources |
| 7/24/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 10/17/2025 | 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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