Hawaii SB352 strengthens pesticide buffer zones around schools and public parks to protect children from neurological impacts.

Hawaii SB352 amends existing pesticide regulations to increase buffer zones around schools and public parks from 100 feet to one-half mile. The bill responds to scientific evidence showing that pesticide drift can occur up to 0.8 mile from the application site, potentially causing adverse health effects. The legislation also mandates consistent units of measurement for public summaries of restricted use pesticides. This change aims to prevent acute health effects and long-term neurological impacts on children.

Hawaii SB352 strengthens pesticide buffer zones around schools and public parks to protect children from neurological impacts.

Hawaii SB352 amends existing pesticide regulations to increase buffer zones around schools and public parks from 100 feet to one-half mile. The bill responds to scientific evidence showing that pesticide drift can occur up to 0.8 mile from the application site, potentially causing adverse health effects. The legislation also mandates consistent units of measurement for public summaries of restricted use pesticides. This change aims to prevent acute health effects and long-term neurological impacts on children.