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HomeFood and Agricultural CodeDiv. 4Pt. 1Ch. 1Art. 2§ 5029 Emergency Pesticide Health Notices

§ 5029 Emergency Pesticide Health Notices

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§ 5029 Emergency Pesticide Health Notices

Key Takeaways

  • •The government must tell people when they plan to spray strong bug-killing chemicals in their area to stop plant bugs.
  • •They have to explain how these chemicals might affect people's health.
  • •They need to try their best to give as much info as possible to the people who live there.
  • •They must also let everyone know that this info is available.

Example

If your neighborhood has a lot of bugs eating plants, the government might spray strong chemicals to kill them.

Before they spray, they have to tell you about it and explain if the chemicals can make you sick. They also have to make sure you know where to find this info.

AI-generated — May contain errors. Not legal advice. Always verify source.

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§ 5029 Emergency Pesticide Health Notices

(a) The department, in consultation with the State Department of Health Services, shall design and implement a program to provide information to persons who reside in areas scheduled to be treated with pesticides on an emergency basis in order to eradicate plant pests. (b) The purpose of this program is to provide information about the health effects of the pesticides used in eradication projects. The program shall be designed to provide the greatest amount of information practicable to affected citizens. The department shall conduct outreach efforts to inform the public about the existence of this program. (Amended by Stats. 2004, Ch. 193, Sec. 24. Effective January 1, 2005.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

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Related Statutes

  • § 5026 Emergency Pest Eradication Authority
  • § 64041 Dairy Industry Public Health
  • § 9152 Poultry Livestock Lab Certification
  • § 5321 Pest Investigation And Control
  • § 5025.5 Exotic Pest Research Facility Study

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Food and Agricultural Code. Section 5029.
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