House Bill No. [insert bill number] establishes new regulations regarding the liability of entities involved 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, applicators, and the public about the risks associated with pesticides. It specifies that liability for failing to provide such warnings will not arise unless the entity does not comply with the requirements of having an EPA-approved label and being registered with the appropriate authorities. The definitions of key terms such as "applicator," "label," "pesticide," and "retailer" are aligned with existing law.

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. The severability clause 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, ensuring that the new liability standards are clear and enforceable moving forward.