H 5483·MA·house
An Act allowing the town of Williamstown to ban second generation anticoagulant rodenticides (SGARs)
Reported by CommitteeFiled Jun 8, 2026
Sponsor: John Barrett (D)
Latest Action
Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling
Aug 6, 2026
Summary
The legislation would give the town of Williamstown the authority to prohibit the use of second‑generation anticoagulant rodenticides (SGARs). The ban would apply to property owners, pest‑control operators and anyone applying these poisons within the town, aiming to protect wildlife and public health. The measure is currently referred to the House Environment and Natural Resources Committee.
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