Bill to ban the use of herbicide paraquat in Va. advances with narrow vote

By: Shannon Heckt

Outlets: Virginia Mercury

Published: February 9, 2026

Words: 436

Last Updated: 3 weeks ago

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The use of the controversial herbicide paraquat has been banned in 70 nations across the world, including in China where it is manufactured, but is used widely in Virginia. A bill that would make the commonwealth the first state to implement a total ban on the use and sale of the chemical cleared a House of Delegates committee Wednesday.

“This is not just about the people applying the chemicals. It is about the neighbors who …

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