An Act relative to the use of chlorpyrifos in the Commonwealth

This bill phases out the use of chlorpyrifos - a pesticide - on agricultural land and crops in Massachusetts after December 31, 2026, with limited exceptions for research or when no alternative exists. It directly affects farmers, agricultural businesses, and pesticide distributors by restricting this chemical’s sale and application. A task force will study chlorpyrifos use in non-agricultural settings (like golf courses, mosquito control, and pest baits) and recommend alternatives by December 2026. The Department of Food and Agriculture will implement rules to enforce these changes.