H 4310
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 follows similar legislation passed for other Massachusetts towns and cities, aiming to address concerns about the potential harm these rodenticides can cause to wildlife and the environment. The bill was approved by the town of Belmont and is currently under consideration by the Massachusetts legislature.
Key provisions
- Authorizes the town of Belmont to regulate or prohibit the use of second-generation anticoagulant rodenticides.
- Follows the model of similar legislation in other Massachusetts municipalities.
- Reflects local approval from the town of Belmont.
- Addresses concerns about the environmental impact of these rodenticides.
- Part of a broader trend of local governments taking action on this issue.
Who is affected
- Town of Belmont, Massachusetts
- Residents of Belmont
- Rodent control professionals in Belmont
- Wildlife in Belmont
- Environmental advocates
Notable changes
- This bill expands on existing local efforts to control rodent populations.
- It represents a step towards greater local control over pesticide use.
- It aligns with a growing movement to restrict the use of potentially harmful rodenticides.
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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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