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H 932

An Act relative to the pesticide board

194th Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by Marjorie Decker and 2 co-sponsors

H 932 restructures Massachusetts's pesticide board governance; currently in budget review after favorable committee report.

Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means
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Bill Summary · H 932

Legislative bill overview

H 932 creates or modifies governance structures and operational authority for Massachusetts's pesticide regulatory board. The bill has advanced through the Environment and Natural Resources Committee with a favorable report and now awaits budgetary review in House Ways and Means, suggesting it may have fiscal implications.

Why is this important

Pesticide regulation directly affects public health, agricultural practices, and environmental protection in the state. Changes to board structure or authority can shift how pesticides are approved, monitored, and restricted—impacting everything from farmland management to residential pesticide use and drinking water safety.

Potential points of contention

  • Funding and staffing costs: The referral to Ways and Means suggests budget implications; legislators may debate whether new board authority requires increased state spending
  • Regulatory scope and enforcement power: Industry groups may oppose expanded restrictions or approval timelines, while environmental advocates may push for stricter authority
  • Board composition: Disagreement over who serves on the board (agricultural representatives vs. environmental/health experts) could reflect competing interests in pesticide policy

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

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