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HB 6254

AN ACT RESTRICTING THE USE OF SECOND GENERATION ANTICOAGULANT RODENTICIDES.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Lucy Dathan and 2 co-sponsors

Connecticut bill restricts second-generation anticoagulant rodenticides to licensed professionals to reduce wildlife poisoning while maintaining pest control access.

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Bill Summary · HB 6254

Legislative bill overview

HB 6254 would restrict the use of second-generation anticoagulant rodenticides (SGARs) in Connecticut, likely limiting their application to licensed pest control professionals or specific circumstances rather than allowing general public access. Second-generation anticoagulants are more potent rat and mouse poisons that persist longer in animal tissues than first-generation alternatives.

Why is this important

SGARs pose documented risks to non-target wildlife, particularly birds of prey and other predators that consume poisoned rodents, causing secondary poisoning and population declines. The restriction could protect Connecticut's wildlife while still allowing pest management through licensed professionals who can apply these chemicals more carefully and with better oversight.

Potential points of contention

  • Economic impact on pest control industry: Restricting SGAR access may increase costs for pest management services or limit availability in certain areas, potentially affecting both businesses and residents dealing with rodent infestations
  • Effectiveness of alternatives: First-generation anticoagulants and non-chemical pest control methods may be less effective or more expensive, raising questions about whether restrictions adequately address public rodent problems
  • Implementation and enforcement: The bill's success depends on clear regulatory language, adequate enforcement resources, and whether exemptions for agricultural or commercial settings are appropriate

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

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