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MO SB469
Bill
Status
2/19/2015
Primary Sponsor
Brian Munzlinger
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AI Summary
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Creates a 13-member Fertilizer Control Board to replace the existing advisory council, with 5 fertilizer industry representatives, 5 farmers, and 3 at-large members selected by the director
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Transfers regulatory authority from the director to the new board, including power to issue/revoke distributor permits, adopt rules, set fees, and assess penalties for fertilizer violations
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Caps total annual penalties per distributor at $5,000 or the value of plant food deficiency (whichever is greater), with up to $25,000 per offense for knowing violations
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Requires preliminary sample analysis within 5 business days and distributor notification within 2 business days when potential deficiencies are found
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Mandates the board meet at least twice yearly, review and approve all program income/expenditures, and pursue nutrient research and educational outreach programs
Legislative Description
Repeals the Advisory Council to the Director of the Missouri Agriculture Experiment Station and establishes the Fertilizer Control Board
Last Action
S Informal Calendar S Bills for Perfection--SB 469-Munzlinger
5/15/2015