NPMA ePestWorld

What do mullets and mosquitoes have in common?

They're bold. They can be distracting. They can be prolific in the southern part of the US.

At the University of Notre Dame, mullets are also a force for good to fight the world’s deadliest mosquito-borne disease: malaria. Since 2013, the “Gentlemen of St. Edward’s Hall” have participated in the Mullets Against Malaria campaign, cutting their hair into mullets all in the name of raising awareness AND funds for this preventable yet deadly disease. Incredibly, this annual fundraiser has raised nearly $100,000 for the United to Beat Malaria (formerly Nothing But Nets) campaign to provide critical malaria interventions for families around the world.

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Heard From the Hill

NPMA Partners with U.S. Chamber of Commerce and Other Stakeholders to Combat Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) Proposal to Noncompete Agreements

On January 5th, FTC issued a proposal that would ban employer noncompete clauses in almost all employment circumstances, which could significantly impact pest control operators across the United States. NPMA believes that FTC lacks the statutory authority to propose such a rule, and we have partnered with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce (NPMA is a member of the Chamber) and other industry groups to oppose banning non-compete agreements.

The coalition is currently drafting public comments, which as of now, are due March 10^th; however, the group is considering requesting an extension to the public comment period. We will keep NPMA members updated as we learn more, but in the meantime, please reach out with any questions!

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Weekly Headlines

Storms Are Driving Rodents into California Homes

Fox Weather

Rats and mice head into homes to escape the flooding rains and cold that accompanied the recent atmospheric river storms.

Visit https://www.foxweather.com/extreme-weather/storms-rodents-california-homes to view the full article online.

Ticks Becoming Active Year-Round In Connecticut Due To Warmer Winters

WTNH

The insects do not have to go into their usual hibernation on days when the temperature exceeds 40 degrees.

Visit https://www.wtnh.com/news/ticks-becoming-active-year-round-in-connecticut-due-to-warmer-winters/ to view the full article online.

Don't Let Bedbugs Bite: Philly's No. 3 for Nasty Pest

NBC Philadelphia

Philadelphia seems firmly planted in the Top 3 of a dubious list of the top places to find a bloodsucking household pest.

Visit https://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/critter-corner/dont-let-bedbugs-bite-phillys-no-3-for-nasty-pest/3471133/ to view the full article online.

Gene Drives Could Fight Malaria and Other Global Killers but Might Have Unintended Consequences

Scientific American

A new technology could wipe out whole species. Is it a magic bullet or a genetic atom bomb?

Visit https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/gene-drives-could-fight-malaria-and-other-global-killers-but-might-have-unintended-consequences/ to view the full article online.

Kansas City-Area Homeowners Could See More Rats, Experts Warn

Fox 4

Experts warn a higher number of rats may soon try to move into homes and apartments across the Kansas City metro.

Visit https://fox4kc.com/news/problem-solvers/kansas-city-area-homeowners-could-see-more-rats-experts-warn/ to view the full article online.

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