HF2576

HF2576 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))

Burning of pesticide containers prohibited.

Related bill: SF2936

AI Generated Summary

Purpose of the Bill

This bill aims to address environmental concerns related to the disposal of pesticide containers in Minnesota. It seeks to establish clear guidelines on how these containers can be disposed of, protecting the environment from potential harm.

Main Provisions

The bill amends existing Minnesota statutes concerning the disposal of pesticide containers.
It explicitly prohibits the disposal of pesticide containers by burning, aligning with environmental protection standards.
Disposing of pesticide rinsate and containers must comply with existing state regulations and the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA).

Significant Changes to Existing Law

A new provision is added to explicitly ban the burning of pesticide containers, which was not clearly addressed before. This change reinforces environmental safeguards and ensures more responsible disposal practices.

Relevant Terms

Pesticide containers
Burning prohibition
Environmental protection
FIFRA (Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act)

Bill text versions

Introduction PDF file

Actions

Date	Chamber	Where	Type	Name	Committee Name
March 19, 2025	House	Floor	Action	Introduction and first reading, referred to	Agriculture Finance and Policy
March 23, 2025	House	Floor	Action	Author added

Citations

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    "citation": "18B.07",
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