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ME LD1201
Bill
AI Summary
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Removes the existing prohibition on exempting EPA-registered pesticides approved for aerial or land application from Maine's PFAS (perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances) regulations
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Creates a new exemption from PFAS product regulations for any pesticide registered under the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA) when applied by licensed applicators
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Licensed applicators qualifying for the exemption include agricultural basic applicators, private applicators, and commercial applicators certified by the Maine Board of Pesticides Control
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Amends 38 MRSA §1614, which was enacted by PL 2023, c. 630, governing products containing PFAS chemicals
Legislative Description
An Act to Protect Maine Agriculture and Farms by Exempting Certain Pesticides from Regulation
Pesticides
Last Action
Died in Possession of the Senate when the Legislature adjourned Sine Die and was PLACED IN THE LEGISLATIVE FILES. (DEAD)
6/25/2025