SB0203 Summary

• Establishes new penalty for pesticide use inconsistent with label that results in human exposure, ranging from $500 per person (fewer than 3 exposed) to $1,250 per person (5 or more exposed).

• Creates tiered violation point system for pesticide violations based on harm caused, chemical toxicity (signal word), degree of responsibility, violator history, and violation type.

• Sets monetary penalties ranging from $750 (14-16 violation points) to $10,000 (30 or more violation points) based on accumulated violation points.

• Allows Director to issue advisory letters for violations with 6 or fewer points and warning letters for violations with 7-13 points before initiating formal hearing proceedings.

• Exempts private applicators from violation point penalties, except those found to have committed label-inconsistent use resulting in human exposure.