Bill · H.R. 9528· House(119-HR-9528)
People Over Poison Act
- Introduced
- 6/29/2026
- Last activity
- 6/29/2026 — Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture.
- Sponsored by
- Chellie Pingree
- Cosponsors
- - 0 - 1
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
H.R. 9528 is known as the People Over Poison Act. It was introduced in the House of Representatives on June 29, 2026. The bill aims to amend the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act. Specifically, it protects tort claims under State law that are related to the labeling or packaging of pesticides or devices. The legislation was referred to the Committee on Agriculture.
Yes· 3 of 4
Does this leave more decisions to the states?+6
The legislation preserves the authority of states to apply tort laws regarding pesticide labeling and packaging.
Does this give people more protection from unfair business practices?+6
The bill protects state tort claims related to pesticide labeling and packaging, enhancing consumer and individual legal recourse.
Does this protect the right to fair treatment by the courts?+5
Ensures individuals maintain access to state legal remedies and judicial recourse for pesticide-related claims.
The opposite
Would business owners be better off under this?-3
Pesticide manufacturers and certain businesses may face increased liability under state tort laws.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
- Protection of State Tort Claims: Under Section 2 of the bill, the law is amended to ensure that it cannot be construed to prohibit or otherwise limit a claim related to the labeling or packaging of pesticides or devices under any State's tort law. This could be considered a positive outcome because it allows individuals to pursue legal claims under State law regarding pesticide labeling or packaging.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No Negative Impacts Identified: Based strictly on the provided text, there are no specific sections or provisions identified that outline negative consequences or burdens for individuals or groups of people in the United States.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Governance And Ideology
- Increase States Rights+6Improves Due Process+5
- Economy And Finance
- Improves Consumer Protection+6
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Improves Environmental Protections+5
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Business Owners-3
- 6/29/2026
- Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture.
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- Introduced in House
Thomas MassieRepublican · Kentucky