White House Wages War on Ticks, Mosquitoes Ruining Picnics
Published Date: 10/2/2026
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Summary
This new order helps Americans fight dangerous ticks and mosquitoes that spread diseases and ruin outdoor fun. It focuses on smart, safe ways to control these pests using technology and natural methods, especially in places like Washington, DC. Starting now, expect better pest control, health care improvements, and less reliance on harsh chemicals—all aiming to protect people, pets, and the environment without extra costs.
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DC target: Cut mosquitoes 90% and ticks 50% by 2028
The order directs federal agencies to run a campaign across the District of Columbia that, by 2028, will reduce Asian tiger, Egyptian, and other invasive mosquito populations by 90 percent and reduce the tick population by 50 percent. The campaign must begin within 60 days and includes habitat remediation (mowing, rain gardens, drainage), natural/targeted controls, and plans developed with the Government of DC for lands across DC communities.
HHS to accelerate diagnostics, preventives, and treatments
Within 90 days, the Secretary of Health and Human Services will issue prize competitions or direct research programs to develop rapid diagnostics, prophylactics (prevention), and therapeutics (treatments) for tick- and mosquito-borne diseases named in the order (e.g., alpha-gal syndrome, Lyme disease, West Nile, Zika, Dengue). HHS will also review candidate immunotherapy treatments for alpha-gal syndrome and develop a research agenda to speed clinical review.
USDA to fund non-chemical control research
Within 90 days, the Secretary of Agriculture, coordinating with other agencies, will issue prize competition announcements or direct research programs to develop non-chemical ways to reduce tick- and mosquito-borne diseases, including methods that reduce tick and mosquito populations.
EPA to clear path for advanced control technologies
Within 60 days, the Environmental Protection Agency must submit a regulatory framework for the planned development and release into the environment of advanced tick and mosquito control technologies (including sterilization techniques, safe genetic modification, and use of beneficial bacteria) and prioritize expedited advancement or registration of novel methods or products found to be safe and effective.
Explore allergy labeling for alpha-galactose
Within 60 days, the Secretary of Agriculture and the Secretary of Health and Human Services will explore options for labeling food and drug products that include significant amounts of alpha-galactose, similar to other allergy warnings.
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