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2011 SESSION
HB 329 Lawn fertilizers; prohibits use and application of those that contain phosphorus.
Introduced by: Kenneth R. Plum | all patrons ... notes | add to my profiles
SUMMARY AS INTRODUCED:
Lawn fertilizers; penalty. Prohibits the application of fertilizers that contain phosphorus for use on lawns, golf courses, parks, and cemeteries. The prohibition does not apply to fertilizer products primarily intended for gardening, trees, shrubs, or indoor plants. The bill prohibits the application of fertilizer that contains phosphorus when the ground is frozen. Any fertilizer that runs onto impervious surfaces has to be immediately contained and collected. New lawns or lawns that have had soil tests in the last three years showing phosphorus levels are deficit based upon Department of Conservation and Recreation's nutrient management standards and criteria can use fertilizers that contain phosphorus. Beginning January 1, 2011, no person can display for sale lawn fertilizer that is labeled as containing phosphorus; however, such products can be stored off the sales floor and may be sold upon request. Also beginning on this date, a business selling fertilizers has to provide signage that informs the public of the new law and noting the effects of phosphorus on state waters. Any person who violates provisions of the new law may be assessed a civil penalty by the Department of Conservation and Recreation of up to $250. The moneys collected will be deposited in the Water Quality Improvement Fund.
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HISTORY
- 01/11/10 House: Prefiled and ordered printed; offered 01/13/10 10101386D
- 01/11/10 House: Referred to Committee on Agriculture, Chesapeake and Natural Resources
- 01/20/10 House: Assigned ACNRsub: #3 Chesapeake
- 01/28/10 House: Subcommittee recommends continuing to 2011 by voice vote
- 02/03/10 House: Continued to 2011 in Agriculture, Chesapeake and Natural Resources by voice vote
- 12/03/10 House: Left in Agriculture, Chesapeake and Natural Resources