Pesticide Recordkeeping Ditched: Easier Days for Applicators
Published Date: 5/12/2025
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If you’re a certified pesticide applicator, you no longer have to keep certain records or fill out surveys about restricted-use pesticides. This change cuts down on paperwork and saves time, starting right away. It’s a win for both applicators and the environment, with no extra costs involved!
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1 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 0 costs, 0 mixed.
No More Recordkeeping for Certified Applicators
If you are a certified pesticide applicator, you no longer have to keep certain records or fill out surveys about restricted-use pesticides. This change cuts down on paperwork and saves time and takes effect starting right away. The agencies state there are no extra costs and that the change benefits applicators and the environment.
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