Making it unlawful to sell, offer for sale, use or distribute certain seeds coated with a pesticide that contains a neonicotinoid unless otherwise ordered by the governor.

Summary

The bill would make it illegal to sell, offer for sale, use, or distribute any seed coated with a pesticide containing certain neonicotinoid chemicals starting January 1, 2028. The governor could temporarily suspend the ban for up to one year if there is no non‑treated seed available or if the ban would cause severe financial hardship for agricultural producers. The measure amends existing Kansas pesticide statutes.

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