As we know, AB 1788 was signed into law in late September.  This should not come as a surprise to anyone that has been paying attention.  This bill addresses just the use of second generation anti-coagulant rodenticides in certain places (but not all locations where those products are currently used).  First generation anti-coagulants and acute rodenticides are not restricted as part of the bill.  PCOC will be speaking with DPR on the implementation of this bill and what enforcement would look like in the field.  Understanding the differences and nuances of this bill is extremely important if you are planning on using any of these products.  Please reach out to your distributor, supplier, or the association with any further questions.  PCOC will be in touch with details as this situation progresses.

The association is also in the process of developing resources so we can be more involved at a local level of regulators and the elected government.  We are developing these resources to help the districts on how to reach out to these people, what to say, and how to interact with them (if you need a bit of guidance).  Please look for more details on this in the near future.

 

Darren Van Steenwyk, M.S., BCE
Director of Learning and Technical Services
Clark Pest Control
PCOC Legislative Committee Chair
Mobile: (209) 224-4629
darrenv@clarkpest.com