Massachusetts S627 prohibits glyphosate herbicide use on public lands unless specific conditions are met.

Massachusetts S627 amends the General Laws to restrict the use of glyphosate herbicides on public lands, including state parks and school buildings. After December 31, 2026, glyphosate can only be applied if the user holds a license for glyphosate research or a permit from a pest control operator. The bill also mandates that equipment used for pesticide dispersion must include certain safety devices. The Department of Food and Agriculture is required to adopt regulations within a year of the act's effective date.

Massachusetts S627 prohibits glyphosate herbicide use on public lands unless specific conditions are met.

Massachusetts S627 amends the General Laws to restrict the use of glyphosate herbicides on public lands, including state parks and school buildings. After December 31, 2026, glyphosate can only be applied if the user holds a license for glyphosate research or a permit from a pest control operator. The bill also mandates that equipment used for pesticide dispersion must include certain safety devices. The Department of Food and Agriculture is required to adopt regulations within a year of the act's effective date.