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A 7947

Prohibits the use of residential automatic pesticide misting systems

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Rebecca Kassay

Bans residential automatic pesticide misting systems, protecting homes and residents by reducing exposure and prompting safer pest-control practices.

REFERRED TO ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION
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Bill Summary · A 7947

Summary of Bill A 7947 – Prohibits the use of residential automatic pesticide misting systems

Overview

Bill A 7947, introduced on April 16, 2025, seeks to prohibit the use of residential automatic pesticide misting systems. The bill is currently referred to the Environmental Conservation committee, with Rebecca Kassay listed as the primary sponsor. Related companion and prior-session bills exist in other chambers or prior sessions (S 6680, S 8358, S 3210).

Purpose and Intent

  • The core purpose is to ban residential automatic pesticide misting systems to reduce potential human and environmental exposure to pesticides and to promote safer pest management practices in homes and residential settings.
  • By moving the bill to the Environmental Conservation committee, the measure signals a focus on environmental protection, public health, and related regulatory considerations.

Key Provisions (as described by the bill’s title and summary)

  • Prohibition: The bill would prohibit the use of residential automatic pesticide misting systems. This likely includes prohibiting installation, operation, sale, or distribution of such systems in residential settings.
  • Scope: The prohibition is described as applying to “residential automatic pesticide misting systems,” implying coverage of systems installed in homes or dwelling units rather than commercial or agricultural uses (though the precise definitions would be set in the bill text).
  • Enforcement and Penalties: The exact enforcement mechanisms, penalties, and compliance timelines are not provided in the summary. The bill would ordinarily specify how violations are prosecuted and what penalties apply.
  • Exceptions/Exemptions: The summary does not list any exemptions; the full text would clarify whether any exceptions exist (e.g., for non-residential properties, temporary use, or specific pest-control scenarios).

Affected Parties and Impacts

  • Homeowners and residents who currently use or are considering residential misting systems.
  • Contractors, installers, and vendors who market, install, or service these systems.
  • Pest control professionals and property managers operating within residential settings.
  • Potential environmental and public health benefits from reduced pesticide exposure, alongside possible economic adjustments for industry stakeholders.

Procedural Timeline and Status

  • Introduced: April 16, 2025.
  • Status: Referred to Environmental Conservation.
  • Legislative actions: Listed as two identical entries on 2025-04-16 (likely reflecting standard committee referral updates).

Related Legislation

  • Companion and related measures include S 6680 (listed as companion) and prior-session bills S 8358 and S 3210. These may mirror or parallel A 7947 in other chambers or sessions.

Notes

  • The full text would provide definitive definitions, specific prohibitions, any exemptions, penalties, effective dates, and enforcement details. This summary reflects the information available and outlines the bill’s likely scope and potential impact.

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

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