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House sustains governor's veto on residential fertilizer restrictions after debate on enforceability
Summary
Debate over HB 1293 centered on cyanobacteria and phosphorus sources; proponents argued the bill protects water quality and passed committees, while opponents said enforcement is impractical and existing DES plans and best management practices are preferable. The veto was sustained.
The House considered HB 1293, which would restrict residential fertilizer applications in certain conditions to limit phosphorus inputs linked to cyanobacteria blooms. Representative Carol Brown—drawing on her professional experience at the Department of Environmental Services—urged members to uphold the governor's…
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