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State debate over phasing out gas leaf blowers pits public‑health advocates against landscapers
Summary
SB 319 would phase out gas‑powered handheld and backpack leaf blowers over several years while creating rebate and loan programs. Public‑health and environmental groups urged passage; many landscapers, golf course superintendents and small businesses asked for more study and targeted incentives to avoid disruption.
SB 319 would phase in a prohibition on sale and use of handheld and backpack gas leaf blowers, with state agencies leading by example first and a proposed statewide ban on use by 2030. Supporters — including doctors, public‑health organizations, environmental groups and municipalities that already adopted local restrictions —…
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