Congress could take away protections from dangerous pesticides
More than 40 states have taken measures to limit dangerous pesticides. The House Farm Bill could eliminate all those rules in one fell swoop.
Pesticides
The chemicals used to grow our food and maintain our parks and playgrounds are putting our health at risk.
The food we buy should be safe to eat, and our parks and playgrounds shouldn’t be filled with chemicals that put our health at risk, especially when those risks include cancer and developmental disorders. Choosing to buy organic, gardening without pesticides, and avoiding chemical fertilizers are all important, but only collective action will stop the use of these dangerous chemicals.
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Eight legislative victories every Californian should know about
The California Legislature recently passed eight bills that will have a big impact on our health, safety and wellbeing.
Save the Bees: Legislature passes bill limiting bee-killing pesticides
Colorado would be ninth state to limit use of neonics. The bill (SB23-266) heads to the Governor’s desk for his signature.
Why give to PIRG this Earth Day?
Together, we’re making a difference on a range of issues, from curbing plastic waste, to stopping the use of toxic pesticides, to winning progress toward an electric vehicle future.
Colorado agriculture cmte approves bill to protect pollinators, limit pesticides
SB23-266 would limit where dangerous bee-killing neonics would be sold, a key step to protecting pollinators and our food system.
Which bills are advancing in the California Legislature?
Bee-killing pesticides, lead in drinking water, toxic consumer products, and food waste are among problems targeted by lawmakers.
Team
Rusch
Emily
Rusch
Vice President and Senior Director of State Offices, The Public Interest Network
Engstrom
Jenn
Engstrom
State Director, CALPIRG