U.S. House Removes Pesticide Liability Provisions from Farm Bill

The U.S. House removed controversial pesticide liability provisions from the farm bill, which had been criticized for protecting Bayer from claims that its Roundup herbicide causes cancer. The amendment passed with bipartisan support, and the broader farm bill was approved by a narrow margin. The change reflects growing political pressure from health advocates and lawmakers.

By Garrett Downs · CNBC ·

U.S. House Removes Pesticide Liability Provisions from Farm Bill

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Topics: Bayer Farm Bill Glyphosate Liability Shield Pesticide Regulation Political Advocacy

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