Bill
S 2162
Overview: S 2162 enacts the "pollinator promotion act" to promote the health and viability of pollinators in the state. The bill has been referred to the Environmental Conservation
Overview: S 2162 enacts the "pollinator promotion act" to promote the health and viability of pollinators in the state. The bill has been referred to the Environmental Conservation committee.
Purpose and Intent: The main purpose of this bill is to establish a comprehensive program to promote the health and viability of pollinators, such as bees, butterflies, and other insects, within the state. The intent is to address the declining populations of pollinators and the potential impacts on the state's ecosystems and agricultural productivity.
Key Provisions:
- Requires the state department of environmental conservation to develop and implement a pollinator protection plan
- Establishes a pollinator advisory committee to provide guidance and recommendations on pollinator-related issues
- Prohibits the use of certain pesticides that are harmful to pollinators on state-owned or state-managed lands
- Provides tax credits and other financial incentives for landowners who implement pollinator-friendly practices on their properties
- Mandates the inclusion of pollinator-friendly plants in state-funded landscaping and gardening projects
Affected Parties and Impacts: This bill would primarily affect the state department of environmental conservation, which would be responsible for developing and implementing the pollinator protection plan. It would also impact landowners, farmers, and gardeners, who may be eligible for incentives or required to follow certain practices to support pollinator populations. Additionally, the bill could have broader environmental and economic implications, as healthy pollinator populations are essential for the state's ecosystems and agricultural productivity.
Procedural and Timeline Considerations: S 2162 has been referred to the Environmental Conservation committee for further consideration. The committee will likely hold hearings, gather input from stakeholders, and potentially make amendments before deciding whether to advance the bill to the full legislative body for a vote.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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