S 2877
An Act authorizing the town of Grafton to prohibit or restrict the application of second-generation anticoagulant rodenticides
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Bill overview
This bill allows the town of Grafton, Massachusetts, to decide whether to completely ban or limit the use of a specific type of rodenticide called second-generation anticoagulant rodenticides. The town voted to petition the state legislature for this authority, aiming to protect local wildlife and the environment from potential harm caused by these chemicals.
Key provisions
- Authorizes the town of Grafton to regulate the use of second-generation anticoagulant rodenticides.
- Allows Grafton to prohibit or restrict the application of these rodenticides.
- Reflects a local initiative and vote by the town of Grafton.
- Addresses concerns about the environmental impact of these rodenticides.
- Provides Grafton with local control over pest management practices.
Who is affected
- Residents of Grafton, Massachusetts
- Wildlife in Grafton
- Businesses and individuals using rodent control methods in Grafton
- Local government in Grafton
Notable changes
- Grants Grafton local authority over a specific type of pesticide.
- Potentially limits the use of a widely used rodenticide.
- Addresses concerns about the broader ecological impact of anticoagulant rodenticides.
Sponsors
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Primary sponsor
Michael O. Moore
Cosponsors
Jr. David K. Muradian
Michael O. Moore
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Bill S.2877 194th (Current)
An Act authorizing the town of Grafton to prohibit or restrict the application of second-generation anticoagulant rodenticides
By Mr. Moore and Mr. Muradian of Grafton, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2877) of Michael O. Moore and David K. Muradian, Jr. (by vote of the town) for legislation to prohibit or restrict the application of second-generation anticoagulant rodenticides. Environment and Natural Resources. [Local Approval Received.]
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Bill Information
Presenters: Michael O. Moore , David K. Muradian, Jr. Status: Referred to Senate Committee on Bills in the Third Reading City/Town: Grafton (Local Approval Required)
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Bill History
Displaying 7 actions for Bill S.2877
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 12/15/2025 | Senate | Referred to the committee on Environment and Natural Resources |
| 12/18/2025 | House | House concurred |
| 2/19/2026 | Senate | Reporting date extended to Tuesday March 31, 2026 |
| 2/24/2026 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 03/04/2026 from 10:00 AM-12:00 PM in 222 |
| 3/4/2026 | Joint | Hearing rescheduled to 03/04/2026 from 10:00 AM-11:15 AM in 222 and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time |
| 4/1/2026 | Senate | Bill reported favorably by committee and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session |
| 4/15/2026 | Senate | Read second and ordered to a third reading |
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