Policy Update: 2026 Farm Bill Advances Without State Pesticide Preemption

On Thursday, April 30, the House passed the 2026 Farm Bill after adopting Representative Luna’s Amendment #28 by a vote of 280-142. The amendment removed Sections 10205-10207 from the bill, including the state pesticide preemption language contained in Section 10206.

While this is a disappointing outcome for industry advocacy efforts, NPMA is continuing to engage with congressional offices to better understand the vote and identify the next path forward as the Farm Bill moves to the Senate.

EPA Discusses ESA Mitigations with NPMA

NPMA also met with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s non-agriculture Endangered Species Act mitigation team to discuss the unique nature of non-agricultural pesticide applications, the pest management industry’s commitment to IPM practices, and current mitigation discussions related to spray drift and runoff.

Rodenticide Policy Updates

Several state-level rodenticide proposals remain active across the country. NYPMA has launched a VoterVoice campaign opposing the current version of SB 7532B, which would significantly restrict professional access to FGARs and SGARs in New York.

In Rhode Island, two rodenticide bills were held for further study following testimony from NEPMA, effectively ending those proposals for this legislative session.

In Massachusetts, multiple bills and home rule petitions related to SGAR restrictions remain under review, and NEPMA continues to develop resources and talking points for members.