This pesticide is linked to Parkinson’s. Congress could finally ban it.
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Paraquat is a highly toxic weedkiller used on farms across the United States. Even small amounts can cause fatal poisoning, and research has linked exposure to an increased risk of Parkinson’s disease. More than 70 countries have banned paraquat, yet it remains in use on American farmland. Now, bipartisan legislation in Congress could change that. The Paraquat Prevention Act (H.R. 9357) would cancel federal registrations for paraquat, ending its authorized use in the United States. Green America supports this legislation as a step toward protecting farmworkers, rural communities, and the environment. LEARN MORE ABOUT THE PARAQUAT PREVENTION ACT States are already taking action. Vermont has restricted paraquat use, while California has begun phasing out the herbicide following the voluntary cancellation of its product registrations. Alternatives such as mechanical weeding, living mulches, and managed grazing offer other ways to control weeds without relying on paraquat. Green America is calling for members of Congress to co-sponsor H.R. 9357 and advance the legislation. |
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.................. Emma Kriss |
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