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NY S07400
Bill
Status
Introduced
9/24/2021
Primary Sponsor
Edward Rath III
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AI Summary
- Creates new Article 15-A in Agriculture and Markets Law establishing pollinator protection and management requirements for beekeepers, farmers, growers, pesticide users, and state agencies
- Requires all parties whose activities may impact pollinators to use best management practices consistent with the New York State Pollinator Protection Plan adopted in June 2016 and updated in June 2018 and December 2020
- Mandates development of communication protocols between beekeepers, farmers, growers, and pesticide applicators to share information about pollinator protection by January 1, 2022
- Requires the Department of Agriculture and Markets to develop best management practices for minimizing airborne insecticide dust from treated seeds, including dust containment methods, vacuum system positioning, mowing schedules, and weather considerations
- Makes best management practices publicly available on the Department's website within 30 days of adoption and requires review and updates at least every five years or with each pollinator protection plan update
Legislative Description
Provides for best practices and management policies, and increased awareness regarding the protection of the pollinator population in the state.
Last Action
REFERRED TO AGRICULTURE
1/5/2022
Committee Referrals
Agriculture1/5/2022
Rules9/24/2021
Full Bill Text
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