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WV HB4907
Bill
Status
Introduced
1/29/2026
Primary Sponsor
Adam Burkhammer
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AI Summary
- Prohibits application of pesticides containing paraquat, paraquat dichloride, atrazine, dicamba, chlorpyrifos, 2,4-dichloroacetic acid (2,4-D), glyphosate, or PFAS within 1,000 feet of any school
- Distances are measured from the closest point on the school's property boundary to the area being sprayed
- Defines perfluoroalkyl or polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) as fluorinated chemicals containing at least one fully fluorinated carbon atom
- Effective date is January 1, 2027
- Amends the West Virginia Pesticide Control Act by adding a new section §19-16A-10a
Legislative Description
Restricting the use of pesticides
Agriculture
Last Action
Markup Discussion
2/2/2026
Committee Referrals
Health & Human Resources1/29/2026
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