H 975 Massachusetts House · 194th Legislature (2025-2026)

An Act authorizing the town of Newbury to adopt a bylaw restricting the use of second generation anticoagulant rodenticides

This bill authorizes the Town of Newbury to create a local bylaw restricting the use of second-generation anticoagulant rodenticides (a type of potent rat poison) on private property within the town. It directly affects Newbury residents and property owners who currently use these rodenticides for pest control. The key provision is granting the town legal authority to adopt such a restriction, without mandating it, and the bill takes effect immediately upon state approval. The measure focuses on enabling local environmental or safety decisions regarding these chemicals.
Bill status passed 3 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2025
Committee Review
Feb 2025
Senate Passage
Feb 2025
Governor
Introduced Feb 27, 2025 Last action Mar 12, 2026
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This bill passed the Senate. No roll call record of that vote is available.
Full legislative history

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Total actions
5
Key actions
1
Committee
1
Feb 27, 2025
Upper · Passed
Senate concurred
upper
Feb 27, 2025
Committee
Referred to the committee on Environment and Natural Resources
lower
0 primary · 2 co-sponsors

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