Pesticides; schools shall permit immediate application thereof to eradicate pest infestations. (HB1836)

Introduced By

Del. David Toscano (D-Charlottesville) with support from co-patron Del. Bob Hull (D-Falls Church)

Progress

Introduced
Passed Committee
Passed House
Passed Senate
Signed by Governor
Became Law

Description

Public schools; application of pesticides. Directs school boards to adopt integrated pest management programs to minimize the chemical application of pesticides on school property. The Board of Education shall adopt regulations providing for the implementation of such programs by July 1, 2009, in accordance with the recommendations of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. Amends § 22.1-132.2 (“Integrated pest management on school property.”), of the Code of Virginia. View Full Text »

Outcome

Bill Has Passed
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