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SB 868

Pest Control - As introduced, changes, from June 30 to July 15, the date on which a pesticide product's annual registration with the department of agriculture expires. - Amends TCA Title 29, Chapter 28; Title 43, Chapter 8; Title 53, Chapter 1; Title 53, Chapter 7; Title 62, Chapter 21 and Title 68, Chapter 212.

114th Regular Session (2025-2026)

Tennessee delays annual pesticide registration expiration from June 30 to July 15, extending deadline compliance by two weeks for manufacturers and applicators.

Passed on Second Consideration, refer to Senate Commerce and Labor Committee
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Bill Summary · SB 868

Legislative bill overview

SB 868 extends the annual pesticide product registration expiration date in Tennessee from June 30 to July 15, a 15-day delay. The bill modifies registration requirements across six sections of Tennessee Code Annotated related to pesticide regulation, agriculture, and public health oversight.

Why is this important

This change affects pesticide manufacturers, distributors, and applicators who must maintain current registrations to legally sell and use pesticides in Tennessee. The extended deadline could reduce administrative burden and penalties for missed renewals, though it also delays the state's ability to remove non-compliant or outdated products from the market for an additional two weeks each year.

Potential points of contention

  • Regulatory gaps: The 15-day extension creates a window where expired pesticides could technically remain in circulation, potentially affecting consumer safety and environmental compliance
  • Administrative burden vs. oversight trade-off: While businesses benefit from the later deadline, state agriculture department may have less time to audit and enforce registration standards before the new fiscal period
  • Scope of amendments: The bill modifies six separate code sections, suggesting interconnected systems that could create compliance confusion if implementation is uneven across departments

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

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