This bill proposes the creation of a new section in chapter 28-01.3 of the North Dakota Century Code, specifically addressing pesticide labeling. It establishes that any pesticide registered with the agriculture commissioner or the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) that displays an approved label will meet the necessary requirements for health and safety warnings. The bill emphasizes that if the label is consistent with the most recent human health assessment or the EPA's carcinogenicity classification, it will fulfill any state law obligations regarding warnings or labeling.
The legislation aims to streamline the regulatory framework for pesticide labeling by ensuring that compliance with federal standards is sufficient to satisfy state requirements. This means that if a pesticide has been properly registered and labeled according to federal guidelines, it will not be subject to additional state labeling or warning obligations, thereby reducing potential legal liabilities for manufacturers and distributors.