Classifies neonicotinoid pesticides as restricted use pesticides in Hawaii.

This bill amends Hawaii Revised Statutes to classify neonicotinoid pesticides as restricted use pesticides. It establishes a list of neonicotinoid chemicals, prohibits the sale or use of seed coated or treated with these pesticides unless by a certified applicator, and requires the Department of Agriculture to adopt rules identifying and regulating the most harmful neonicotinoid formulations and develop guidelines for safer alternatives. The bill aims to protect ecosystems and public health from the negative impacts of neonicotinoid pesticides.

Classifies neonicotinoid pesticides as restricted use pesticides in Hawaii.

This bill amends Hawaii Revised Statutes to classify neonicotinoid pesticides as restricted use pesticides. It establishes a list of neonicotinoid chemicals, prohibits the sale or use of seed coated or treated with these pesticides unless by a certified applicator, and requires the Department of Agriculture to adopt rules identifying and regulating the most harmful neonicotinoid formulations and develop guidelines for safer alternatives. The bill aims to protect ecosystems and public health from the negative impacts of neonicotinoid pesticides.