Connecticut 2025 Regular Session

Connecticut House Bill HB05260

Introduced
1/15/25  

Caption

An Act Prohibiting The Nonagricultural Use Of Neonicotinoids.

Impact

If enacted, HB 05260 would significantly change the regulatory landscape concerning pesticide usage in the state. The bill would empower environmental agencies to enforce stricter regulations on pesticides that are currently used indiscriminately in nonagricultural settings. This shift may have broader implications for public health and conservation efforts, as reducing exposure to harmful chemicals is likely to benefit community health and biodiversity. However, it could also affect businesses and industries that rely on such substances for landscaping, gardening, and non-crop-related pest control.

Summary

House Bill 05260 aims to amend the current statutes to prohibit the possession, use, or sale of neonicotinoids, a class of neurotoxic pesticides, except for their application on agricultural plants. This legislative measure is intended to mitigate the environmental and health risks associated with the nonagricultural use of these chemicals, which have been linked to adverse impacts on pollinator populations, including bees, and other wildlife. By restricting the use of neonicotinoids, the bill seeks to foster safer environmental practices and promote the health of local ecosystems.

Contention

The introduction of HB 05260 has spurred discussions around the balance between agricultural practices and environmental protections. Supporters of the bill argue that the potential harm caused by neonicotinoids to pollinators and ecosystems far outweighs the benefits of their usage outside agricultural contexts. Conversely, opponents may express concerns about the restrictions placed on certain commercial practices, citing potential economic consequences for businesses involved in landscaping and pest management. As the bill progresses, these points of contention will likely be central to debates in committees and among stakeholders.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

CT SB00963

An Act Concerning Neonicotinoids For Nonagricultural Use.

CT HB05582

An Act Concerning Neonicotinoids For Nonagricultural Use And The Use Of Seeds Treated With Pesticides.

CT SB00183

An Act Concerning Neonicotinoids For Nonagricultural Use And Seeds Treated With Pesticides.

CT HB05220

An Act Restricting The Use Of Neonicotinoids For Nonagricultural Purposes And Seeds Treated With Similar Pesticides.

CT SB00190

An Act Concerning The Use Of Neonicotinoids.

CT HB05567

An Act Strengthening Pollinator Health And Regulating Nonagricultural Pesticide Use.

CT HB05603

An Act Concerning The Sale And Use Of Seeds Coated With Neonicotinoids.

CT HB05402

An Act Concerning The Use Of Neonicotinoids In The State.

CT HB05609

An Act Restricting Neonicotinoid Use And The Use Of Seeds Treated With Pesticides.

CT SB00295

An Act Requiring Neonicotinoid Use Restrictions And Restrictions On The Use Of Pesticide Treated Seeds.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.