Learn the Issues
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Overview of Pesticide Advisory Committees
EPA's pesticide program relies on three currently operating advisory committees. There have been other advisory committees in the past that are no longer active.
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EPA Announces Early Mitigation for Sulfuryl Fluoride Used to Fumigate Homes
The US EPA has announced a final early mitigation decision for fumigant sulfuryl fluoride.
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EPA Seeks Public Comment on Proposed Amendment to Experimental Use Permit for Genetically Engineered Mosquitoes
EPA is seeking public comment on a proposed amendment to extend and expand an approved Experimental Use Permit (EUP)
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Fact sheet proposed rule on the management and disposal of lead-based paint debris
Factsheet relays important information regarding lead-based paint to the general public.
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EPA Updates Aquatic Life Benchmarks for Registered Pesticides
EPA, in collaboration with the California Department of Pesticide Regulation and the U.S. Geological Survey, has released an updated version of the Aquatic Life Benchmarks. Aquatic Life Benchmarks are estimates of the concentrations below which pesticide
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Pesticide Cooperative Agreements Grant Application
OPP announced a grant opportunity for outreach projects that support and promote safe pesticide use. EPA expects to provide an estimated $1.2 million annually through a cooperative agreement with the award recipient from 2021 through 2026.
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USDA Announces Pesticide Regulatory Training Funding Opportunity
USDA Announces Pesticide Regulatory Training Funding Opportunity
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ECM for Picloram in Compost - MRID 51427602
Environmental chemistry methods for Picloram in Compost - MRID 51427602.
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EPA Extends Comment Period for Isothiazolinones Draft Risk Assessments
EPA is extending the comment period for five draft human health and ecological risk assessments for isothiazolinones.
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Frequently Asked Questions about List O: Disinfectants for Use Against Rabbit Hemorrhagic Disease Virus (RHDV2)
A list of frequently asked questions about List O: Disinfectants for Use Against Rabbit Hemorrhagic Disease Virus (RHDV2)
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EPA and USDA Release Information for Mitigating Rabbit Hemorrhagic Disease Virus (RHDV2) Outbreak
EPA in coordination with the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), has released a list of 115 disinfectant products recommended for use related to the outbreak of Rabbit Hemorrhagic Disease Virus Stereotype 2 (RHDV2).
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EPA Accepting Public Comments on Candidates Under Consideration for Ad Hoc Participation on the FIFRA SAP
Public comments on the experts under consideration for ad hoc participation in the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act Scientific Advisory Panel’s (FIFRA SAP’s) review of the use of NAMs to derive extrapolation factors
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EPA Proposes Framework for Interagency Collaboration on the Review of Potential for Resistance from Antibacterial and Antifungal Pesticides
The EPA is seeking public comment on the National Marine Fisheries Service’s opinion for the insecticides carbaryl and methomyl.
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EPA Issues Final Cancellation Order and Updates to Existing Stocks Provisions for Several Chlorpyrifos Products
The EPA is seeking public comment on the National Marine Fisheries Service’s opinion for the insecticides carbaryl and methomyl.
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EPA Releases Draft Biological Evaluations of Three Neonicotinoids for Public Comment
EPA is releasing its draft biological evaluations (BEs) for clothianidin, imidacloprid and thiamethoxam, which are part of a group of insecticides known as the neonicotinoids, for public review and comment.
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Pesticide Poisoning Handbook - Section I General Information
Information about Section I - General information of the Pesticide Poisoning Handbook
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EPA Data Requirements for Registration of Antimicrobial Pesticides: 158W Implementation Letter
This letter informs pesticide registrants how EPA has been implementing new data requirements under 40 CFR Part 158W.
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Protect Your Family from Exposures to Asbestos
Families can find information on possible means of exposure to asbestos in their homes and cars. This portal also offers insight in how to prevent asbestos exposure.
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Build Your Local Lead Action Plan: A Guide for Local Leaders
Local Lead Action Plan (LLAP) Overview
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EPA Updates Aquatic Life Benchmarks for Registered Conventional and Antimicrobial Pesticides
News story on Updates to Aquatic Life Benchmarks for Registered Conventional and Antimicrobial Pesticides