S 3235
The "Safe Playing Fields Act"; restricts use of lawn care pesticides at child care centers and certain schools.
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Bill overview
The Safe Playing Fields Act restricts the use of lawn care pesticides at child care centers and certain schools in New Jersey. It prohibits applying pesticides on these grounds except in emergency situations and limits children’s access to treated areas for at least seven hours after application. The bill also requires the state to develop regulations for pesticide application, record-keeping, and notification procedures to minimize potential health risks to young children, prioritizing low-impact pesticides.
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