Legislative & Regulatory
Christner on Colorado's Preemption Roll Back on Business Growth
PCT interviewed Richard Christner, co-owner, Whitmore Pest and Wildlife Control, Denver, Colo., at NPMA’s Legislative Day on the affect Colorado's roll back on state preemption could have on business growth and his experience on communicating effectively with legislators on pest control and public health.
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PMPs Use Capitol Hill Visits to Push for Preemption
This year’s Capitol Hill visits were opportunities for attendees to connect with their legislators — many of whom are new following last November’s election — and to share the pest control industry’s perspective on the need for federal codification of pesticide preemption.
What’s Up in Washington?
Changes are on the horizon with a new Congress and EPA. In this special report, PCT provides updates on preemption and rodenticide registrations, and how these developments might impact your business.
Preemption Discussions to Take Center Stage at Legislative Day
Once again, the main purpose of Capitol Hill visits in March will be to push Congress to codify the role of state lead agencies as co-regulators of pesticides alongside the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
Rodenticides at the Crossroads as PCOs Head to Capitol Hill
In November 2024, EPA released the final Biological Evaluation (BE) for rodenticides – the latest development in EPA’s reregistration of rodenticides.
How Might the 2024 Elections Impact PCOs?
The election of Donald Trump as president means that the GOP now controls the White House, the House of Representatives and the U.S. Senate. How might this impact PCOs?
MSPCA Appoints Barton as 2025 State Policy Affairs Representative (SPAR)
The Maryland State Pest Control Association (MSPCA) announced the appointment of Charles Barton, American Pest, as the 2025 State Policy Affairs Representative (SPAR).
PMPs Share Opinions on Industry Regulations
No matter who you ask, one answer remains the same: regulations affect your business daily.
Envu Expands Strategic Partnership with the National Pest Management Association
Envu, a provider of professional and specialty solutions, will serve as NPMA's Premier Sponsor of Legislative Day and the exclusive sponsor of the association's PestVets program.
Registration Opens for NPMA Legislative Day 2025
NPMA Legislative Day, taking place March 9 – 11, in Washington, DC, gives industry professionals the opportunity to advocate directly with Congressional representatives on critical issues affecting the pest management industry.
