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S 3046

Prohibits the use of adhesive-based rodent traps in state-owned or state-leased buildings

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Jabari Brisport and 10 co-sponsors

Prohibits adhesive-based rodent traps in state-owned or leased buildings, reducing animal suffering and protecting occupants, staff, and non-target wildlife.

PRINT NUMBER 3046B
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Bill Summary · S 3046

Summary — Senate Bill S 3046 (PRINT NO. 3046B)

Status: Introduced Oct. 23, 2025; Print No. 3046B.
Latest procedural notes: Read twice and referred to Judiciary (10/23/2025). Earlier actions show amendments and recommittals to the Consumer Protection committee and two printed versions (3046A, 3046B).

Purpose

S 3046 would prohibit the use of adhesive‑based (so‑called “glue” or “sticky”) rodent traps in buildings that are owned or leased by the state. The stated intent in the bill title is to eliminate a class of rodent control devices that can cause prolonged suffering to captured animals and pose risks to non‑target wildlife, pets, building occupants, and maintenance staff.

Key provisions (based on available bill title and procedural records)

  • Prohibition: Bars the use of adhesive/adhesive‑based rodent traps in state‑owned and state‑leased buildings.
  • Coverage: Applies to properties directly owned or leased by the state government (the title indicates this exclusive scope; the bill text is not provided here).
  • Versions: Two printed bill versions exist (3046A and 3046B); amendments were made and the bill was recommitted to the Consumer Protection committee multiple times before the Oct. 23, 2025 referral to Judiciary.

Note: The full text of S 3046 (3046A/3046B) is not included here. Important details typically found in the full text — definitions of “adhesive‑based trap,” enforcement mechanisms, civil penalties, exceptions (e.g., emergency pest control, research, agriculture), compliance timelines, responsible enforcement agency, and required alternatives or guidance for integrated pest management — are not provided in the materials supplied.

Who would be affected

  • State agencies and departments that operate or manage state‑owned or state‑leased buildings (facility managers, procurement offices).
  • Pest control contractors and vendors that service state properties.
  • Building occupants and staff (indirectly), and animal welfare/interested public (through reduced use of adhesive traps).
  • Potentially state budgets if agencies must purchase alternative devices or training.

Potential impacts and considerations

  • Operational: Agencies would need to identify and replace adhesive traps with alternative rodent control methods (traps, bait stations, exclusion, sanitation, IPM).
  • Cost: Upfront procurement, training, and possible contracting changes; long‑term costs could increase or decrease depending on alternatives chosen.
  • Animal welfare and public safety: Likely reduction in prolonged animal suffering and reduced risk of non‑target captures; may improve occupational safety for maintenance staff handling traps.
  • Legal/administrative: Enforcement approach (inspections, fines) and any carve‑outs for emergencies or specific settings will significantly shape practical impact.

Sponsors and related measures

Primary sponsors listed: Chuck Grassley and Jabari Brisport. Additional cosponsors include Jacky Rosen, Luis R. Sepúlveda, Robert Jackson, Christopher Ryan, Brad Hoylman‑Sigal, Monica Martinez, Julia Salazar, Jeremy Cooney, James Tedisco, Michael Gianaris, Jabari Brisport (also listed as primary), and Kristen Gonzalez. Related/companion legislation includes A 54 (companion) and prior‑session S 9553 and S 6314.

Next steps / Where to find the full text

To assess enforcement, exceptions, penalties, and compliance timelines, consult the printed bill text for Print No. 3046B (and 3046A) on the legislative website or committee files. Review committee reports and amendments from Consumer Protection and Judiciary for substantive changes.

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

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