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AR HB1800
Bill
Status
5/1/2023
Primary Sponsor
Danny Watson
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AI Summary
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State Plant Board must review and consider scientific research on dicamba drift and volatility from independent and academic sources, including research from University of Arkansas weed scientists.
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Board must incorporate data and research relating to dicamba volatility and ambient temperature into a new rule governing in-crop use of dicamba.
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Board shall not approve a cutoff date for dicamba use earlier than April 1 or later than June 12.
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Scientific findings establish that dicamba volatility increases once ambient temperature reaches 85°F, and other states have incorporated this temperature threshold into their dicamba regulations.
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State Plant Board must submit the required rule to Legislative Council by November 1, 2023.
Legislative Description
To Amend The Arkansas Plant Act Of 1917; To Require The State Plant Board To Consider Certain Data Related To Dicamba And To Set A Cutoff Date For The Use Of Dicamba Within A Specific Date Range.
Last Action
Died in the House at Sine Die Adjournment
5/1/2023