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HB 367

PESTICIDES/HERBICIDES: Provides for the enforcement procedures of the Structural Pest Control Commission

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Larry Bagley and 8 co-sponsors

HB 367 establishes enforcement procedures for Louisiana's Structural Pest Control Commission to investigate violations and penalize non-compliant pesticide/herbicide operators.

Effective date: 08/01/2026.
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Bill Summary · HB 367

Legislative bill overview

HB 367 establishes enforcement procedures for Louisiana's Structural Pest Control Commission, which regulates the use of pesticides and herbicides in structural pest control operations. The bill clarifies how the Commission can investigate violations, issue citations, and impose penalties against licensed pest control operators and applicators who fail to comply with state regulations.

Why is this important

Pest control operations directly affect public health and environmental safety, particularly regarding exposure to toxic chemicals in residential and commercial spaces. Clear enforcement procedures ensure consistent regulatory oversight and protect consumers from unlicensed or reckless practitioners while providing legitimate operators with transparent standards for compliance.

Potential points of contention

  • Regulatory burden on small operators: Enhanced enforcement mechanisms may increase compliance costs and administrative requirements for smaller pest control businesses, potentially benefiting larger companies
  • Penalty severity and due process: The extent of penalties and whether adequate appeal procedures exist could affect how fairly violators are treated across different economic scales
  • Scope of Commission authority: The breadth of enforcement powers granted—such as inspection frequency, data collection, or license suspension authority—may be viewed as either necessary oversight or regulatory overreach

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

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