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BillHR 9357 · 119

To cancel the registration of all uses of the pesticide paraquat, and for other purposes.

Introduced
Jun 18, 2026
Cosponsors
1
Traction
0
Last Action
Jun 18, 2026

Bill Summary

Bans the use of the pesticide paraquat by canceling its registration. This means that paraquat can no longer be legally used in the US.

Sponsored By

Anna Paulina Luna
Republican · Florida · House

Bill Journey

  1. Jun 18, 2026
  3. Jun 18, 2026You Are Here

    The committee will review the bill, debate amendments, and vote on whether to advance it to the full chamber.

  4. TBD

    The full chamber debates the bill, may amend it, and votes on whether to pass it.

  5. TBD

    If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.

  6. TBD

    If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.

Why It Matters

This bill affects farmers and agricultural workers who currently use paraquat, as they will need to find alternative pesticides. It also affects consumers who may be exposed to paraquat residues on food products, as the ban could potentially reduce their exposure to the chemical.

Impact Areas

Sample
Addresses Supply
Targets an underlying shortage driving costs.
Supports Families
Aimed at easing pressure on working households.
Long-term Impact
Effects compound across multiple budget cycles.
Expands Access
Lowers barriers for first-time participants.

Support & Opposition

Sponsor & cosponsor support by party
1backer
  • Republican1
Cross-party cosponsors0 · 0%

Documents

1

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Bill Details

Bill TypeHouse Bill · Federal
Primary Topic—
CommitteeCommittee on Agriculture
IntroducedJun 18, 2026
Last UpdatedJun 18, 2026
Latest ActionReferred to the Committee on Agriculture, and in addition to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.

Summary and impact analysis written by Judy (KnowGov's enrichment AI). Bill metadata, status, sponsor, and any floor votes from Prism. Sections marked “Sample” are placeholders not yet connected to live data.