Senate Bill No. 108, introduced by Senator Cathey, establishes that the commissioner of the Department of Agriculture and Forestry will have exclusive authority over the registration and renewal of pesticide labeling in Louisiana. The bill mandates that any pesticide label sold in the state must not differ materially from the label registered with the commissioner at the time of sale. Additionally, the bill displaces any existing legal requirements regarding pesticide labels or warnings, ensuring that the new provisions take precedence.

Furthermore, the bill clarifies that it does not limit or alter the state's existing authority to regulate the use, distribution, or sale of pesticides as outlined in current law. This legislation is set to take effect on August 1, 2026, and aims to streamline the regulatory process for pesticide labeling while maintaining the state's regulatory powers.