H7343

Restricts application of pesticides and rodenticides at schools and childcare centers and requires schools to provide copies of notice to parents and guardians.

Introduced·1/28/26
Introduced Text

Rhode Island H7343 restricts pesticide and rodenticide use at schools and childcare centers, requiring prior notice to parents and guardians and.

Rhode Island H7343 aims to enhance safety at schools and childcare centers by restricting the application of pesticides and rodenticides. The bill mandates that schools provide parents and guardians with prior notice of any pesticide or rodenticide application. It also requires schools to develop and implement integrated pest management plans, which must be made available to parents, teachers, and school staff.

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Where it stands

Current
Education Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

D
1
0
Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Feb 10

12:00 AM

House Education Hearing

History

Feb 10

House

Committee recommended measure be held for further study

Feb 6

House

Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (02/10/2026)

Jan 28

House

Introduced, referred to House Education