An Act relative to the pesticide board
This bill amends the Massachusetts General Laws to clarify the role of the Pesticide Board in advising the Commissioner of Food and Agriculture. It specifically requires the Commissioner to consult with the Commissioners of Environmental Protection and Public Health when making decisions about protecting drinking water sources from pesticide contamination. The change ensures that these three agencies work together to safeguard groundwater, directly impacting how pesticide-related environmental risks are managed. By formalizing this consultation process, the legislation aims to improve coordination among state agencies responsible for environmental and public health safety.
Bill status
passed
3 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2023
Committee Review
Mar 2024
House Passage
Feb 2023
Governor
Introduced Feb 16, 2023
Last action Mar 21, 2024
Floor votes
How they voted
This bill passed the House. No roll call record of that vote is available.
Full legislative history
Actions timeline
Total actions
4
Key actions
2
Committee
2
Mar 21, 2024
Upper · Passed
Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means
upper
Feb 16, 2023
Lower · Passed
House concurred
lower
Feb 16, 2023
Committee
Referred to the committee on Environment and Natural Resources
upper
1 primary · 1 co-sponsor
Sponsors
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