Prohibits certain uses of paraquat dichloride.
This bill (A 3086) prohibits all consumer and commercial uses of paraquat dichloride, a toxic herbicide and desiccant, within two years of its effective date. It directs New Jersey's Department of Environmental Protection to create rules banning these uses and requiring facilities that currently use paraquat to implement worker safety measures. The law specifically exempts uses already regulated under federal law (Toxic Substances Control Act). The bill affects farmers, gardeners, and businesses using paraquat, directly addressing health risks noted by the EPA, including fatal ingestion and serious skin/eye injuries from exposure.
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Introduced Jan 13, 2026
Last action Jan 13, 2026
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Introduced, Referred to Assembly Agriculture and Natural Resources Committee
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