House Bill No. introduced by J. Schillinger and others establishes new regulations regarding pesticide warning labels and outlines the liability responsibilities of various entities in the pesticide supply chain, including manufacturers, marketers, dealers, distributors, retailers, and sellers. The bill mandates that these entities have a duty to warn consumers and the public about the risks associated with pesticides. It specifies that liability for failing to provide such warnings will not attach unless the entity does not comply with the requirements of having an EPA-approved label and proper registration with the relevant authorities.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions for codification, severability, and applicability. It states that the new section will be integrated into Title 27, chapter 1, part 7 of the Montana Code Annotated, and ensures that if any part of the act is found invalid, the remaining valid parts will still be enforceable. The act will apply to causes of action arising on or after its effective date, thereby establishing a clear framework for liability related to pesticide warnings.