HB5070: USDA CROP Act of 2023 USDA Communication Regarding Oversight of Pesticides Act of 2023
- 1Introduced (current step)
- 2Passed One Chamber
- 3Passed Both Chambers
- 4Became Law
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Summary
To amend the Agricultural Research, Extension, and Education Reform Act of 1998 to improve interagency coordination in the pesticide registration process, and for other purposes.
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This bill would change how federal agencies work together when approving pesticides for use in farming and agriculture. It amends an existing 1998 law about agricultural research and education to improve coordination between agencies during pesticide review. The bill affects the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and other federal agencies involved in pesticide decisions. The bill is currently in the early stage after being introduced in Congress, meaning it has not yet been assigned to a for review.
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Sponsors
Jodey Arrington
Primary SponsorCo-sponsors (4)
Dale Strong
Scott Franklin
Ralph Norman
Mark Alford