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SF 2936

Pesticide containers burning prohibition provision

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Judy Seeberger

Prohibits burning pesticide containers and requires safe disposal/recycling, protecting air quality, health, and the environment for farmers, applicators, and waste handlers.

Referred to Agriculture, Veterans, Broadband, and Rural Development
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Bill Summary · SF 2936

Summary: SF 2936 — Pesticide containers burning prohibition provision

Quick facts

  • Bill number: SF 2936 (Senate)
  • Title: Pesticide containers burning prohibition provision
  • Introduced: March 24, 2025
  • Status: Referred to Agriculture, Veterans, Broadband, and Rural Development
  • Companion bill: HF 2576
  • Subject: Agriculture and the Department of Agriculture; Fertilizers and Pesticides

Purpose and intent

Based on the bill’s title and summary information, SF 2936 is designed to prohibit the burning of pesticide containers. The underlying intent is likely to reduce air pollution, protect human health, and minimize environmental hazards associated with improper disposal of pesticide packaging. The exact scope, definitions, exemptions, and enforcement details would be defined in the bill’s text.

Key provisions (as inferred from the title)

  • Prohibition on burning pesticide containers (containers that previously held pesticides).
  • The bill would specify what constitutes “pesticide containers” and the circumstances under which burning would be prohibited.
  • It may establish enforcement mechanisms, penalties, and penalties structure (e.g., fines or other remedies) if the prohibition is violated.
  • It could outline permissible disposal or recycling alternatives for pesticide containers (e.g., take-back programs, hazardous waste disposal, or recycling).
  • It might reference rules or standards to be developed or enforced by the Minnesota Department of Agriculture (or related agencies).

Note: The exact provisions, definitions, exemptions (if any), and enforcement details are not included in the information provided. The full text would be needed to identify precise requirements and carve-outs.

Who would be affected

  • Pesticide manufacturers, distributors, retailers, and applicators who handle pesticide containers.
  • Farmers and agricultural operations that generate pesticide containers as part of their activities.
  • Waste management entities and recycling/hazardous waste facilities involved in disposal or processing of pesticide containers.
  • The Minnesota Department of Agriculture (enforcement and rulemaking role, if specified).

Legislative pathway and status

  • Introduced and first read on March 24, 2025.
  • Referred on the same day to the Senate committee: Agriculture, Veterans, Broadband, and Rural Development.
  • Companion House bill: HF 2576 (linkage for cross-chamber consideration).

Potential impacts and considerations

  • Environmental and public health benefits from prohibiting burning pesticide containers and promoting safer disposal.
  • Possible costs or operational changes for agricultural producers and waste handlers to comply with disposal requirements.
  • Need for infrastructure or programs (e.g., container recycling, take-back programs) to support compliant disposal.
  • Enforcement would determine practical impact; penalties and compliance timelines would influence how readily the measure is adopted.

Next steps and where to find more

  • Monitor hearings and amendments in the referring committee; obtain the full bill text to review exact definitions, exemptions, penalties, and timelines.
  • Review the companion HF 2576 for parallel language and provisions in the House.
  • For the latest status and text, consult the Minnesota Legislature’s bill tracking databases.

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

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