HB5305 - 104th General Assembly (2025-2026)
PESTICIDE-COATED/TREATED SEEDS
Last Action
3/27/2026 - House: Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee
Statutes Amended In Order of Appearance
Synopsis As Introduced
Amends the Illinois Pesticide Act. Provides that, beginning January 1, 2029, it is unlawful for any person to sell, offer for sale, use, or distribute within this State any corn, soybean, or wheat seed coated or treated with a pesticide containing neonicotinoids, unless a valid waiver is issued by the Department of Agriculture. Lists requirements for the waiver. Directs the Department of Agriculture to adopt rules and annually report to the General Assembly regarding the waivers. Provides for civil penalties for violations (but not other penalties under the Act). Directs the Department of Natural Resources and the Department of Agriculture, in consultation with the University of Illinois, to conduct a study regarding alternatives to the use of pesticides containing specified ingredients to be submitted on or before January 1, 2029.
Actions
| Date | Chamber | Action |
|---|---|---|
| 2/05/2026 | House | Filed with the Clerk by Rep. Anna Moeller |
| 2/10/2026 | House | First Reading |
| 2/10/2026 | House | Referred to Rules Committee |
| 3/18/2026 | House | Assigned to Energy & Environment Committee |
| 3/27/2026 | House | Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee |