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Senator · Senate District 57
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- Referred to agriculture
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Defines integrated pest management
In Assembly Committee · Agriculture · Sponsor Aileen Gunther
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Sponsor's memo
BILL NUMBER:S7090
Title of bill
An act to amend the agriculture and markets law, in relation to providing the definition of integrated pest management
Purpose or general idea
This bill defines integrated pest management to provide a basis of understanding and common understanding of the practice and intention.
Summary of specific provisions
Amends section 148 of the Agriculture and Markets Law to define inte- grated pest management as "a systematic approach to managing pests that utilizes a diversity of management options to minimize health, environ- mental and economic risks and impacts. These options may include biolog- ical, cultural, physical, and chemical tools to prevent pest infestation or reduce them to acceptable levels."
Justification
Although integrated pest management (IPM) is often touted as a means of reducing pesticide usage, New York State lacks a clear definition of what this actually means. This legislation would define IPM thus provid- ing a clear and unified starting point for future development and regu- lation. This definition was created in consultation with Cornell Univer- sity's NYS IPM Program and other industry sectors. The biological, cultural, physical, and chemical tools provided for in the definition are a starting point which infer a level of understanding regarding the various options available to manage pest infestations. This level of knowledge or understanding may require an education element to be obtained by individuals or organizations that employ an IPM system.
Prior legislative history
New Bill.
Fiscal implications
State agencies, public authorities, and public benefit corporations will realize a cost savings as a result of a reduction in pesticide use.
Effective date
This act shall take effect immediately.
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