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HB 5016

AN ACT CONCERNING THE USE OF CERTAIN RODENTICIDES.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Hector Arzeno and 1 co-sponsor

Connecticut bill restricts rodenticide use to reduce wildlife poisoning, potentially limiting pest control options while protecting predators from secondary contamination.

REF. TO JOINT COMM. ON Environment
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Bill Summary · HB 5016

Legislative bill overview

HB 5016 proposes restrictions on the use of certain rodenticides in Connecticut, likely targeting second-generation anticoagulant rodenticides (SGARs) that persist in the environment and accumulate in predators. The bill has been referred to the Joint Committee on Environment for review and would establish regulations on which rodent control products can be sold or used within the state.

Why is this important

Rodenticides, particularly SGARs, bioaccumulate in wildlife food chains, poisoning predators like hawks, owls, and foxes that consume contaminated rodents. Connecticut's action could reduce secondary poisoning deaths in non-target species while addressing public health pest control needs through safer alternatives. Several states and municipalities have already implemented similar restrictions based on ecological and wildlife protection concerns.

Potential points of contention

  • Agricultural and commercial impact: Pest control businesses and farmers may argue that restrictions limit effective rodent management options, potentially increasing crop damage or food safety risks
  • Consumer access and effectiveness: Homeowners concerned about rodent infestations may resist bans, claiming alternative methods are less effective or more expensive
  • Implementation and enforcement: Defining "certain rodenticides" precisely and monitoring compliance across retailers and users could prove administratively challenging

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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