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HB 5919

AN ACT PROHIBITING THE USE OF SECOND-GENERATION ANTICOAGULANT RODENTICIDES.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Sarah Keitt

Connecticut would prohibit second-generation anticoagulant rodenticides to reduce wildlife poisoning from predators eating contaminated rodents.

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Bill Summary · HB 5919

Legislative bill overview

HB 5919 would ban the use of second-generation anticoagulant rodenticides (SGARs) in Connecticut. These are potent rat and mouse poisons that work by preventing blood clotting. The bill seeks to eliminate their use in the state, likely moving toward first-generation alternatives or non-chemical pest control methods.

Why is this important

SGARs persist in animal tissues and accumulate in predators that eat poisoned rodents, causing secondary poisoning deaths in hawks, owls, coyotes, and other wildlife. Connecticut's wildlife populations, particularly raptors, face documented harm from this bioaccumulation. The ban addresses environmental and ecological concerns that have prompted similar restrictions in California, New York, and several European countries.

Potential points of contention

  • Economic impact on pest control industry: Rodent control operators and wildlife management companies may face increased costs switching to first-generation anticoagulants or alternative methods, potentially raising consumer prices for pest control services
  • Effectiveness concerns: First-generation anticoagulants are generally considered less potent and may require multiple doses, raising questions about whether Connecticut's ban could reduce pest control effectiveness without robust alternatives in place
  • Agricultural and commercial exemptions: The bill's language on exemptions for farms, food storage facilities, and commercial properties remains unclear—businesses may argue they need SGARs for large-scale infestations where alternatives are inadequate

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

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