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HD 5621

The annual report of the Department of Agricultural Resources (under Section 5A of Chapter 132B of the General Laws) submitting its report on pesticide use for federal fiscal years 2024 and 2025

194th Legislature (2025-2026)

Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources must report pesticide usage data for fiscal years 2024-2025 to track chemical applications and environmental impacts.

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Bill Summary · HD 5621

Legislative bill overview

HD 5621 requires the Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources to submit an annual report documenting pesticide use data for federal fiscal years 2024 and 2025. This is a routine reporting requirement that consolidates pesticide usage information under existing state law authority.

Why is this important

Pesticide use reporting enables policymakers, regulators, and the public to track chemical applications across agricultural and non-agricultural sectors, identify trends, and assess potential environmental and health impacts. Such transparency supports evidence-based decision-making on pesticide restrictions, safety standards, and conservation efforts.

Potential points of contention

  • Data collection burden: Agricultural operations may view comprehensive reporting requirements as administratively burdensome, though this appears to be an existing mandate under Chapter 132B Section 5A
  • Proprietary concerns: Some pesticide applicators or agricultural businesses may resist detailed reporting if it exposes competitive information about their operations
  • Scope ambiguity: The bill doesn't clarify whether the report covers only licensed agricultural applicators or includes residential, municipal, and commercial pesticide use, which affects data comprehensiveness

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

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