Oh, today I learned that a number of northeastern states are considering bans on neonictinoids, a specific family of pesticides. They are already banned in Europe.

Would you believe me if I told you that the farm bill currently working its way through congress would prevent state bans? What’s that about state’s rights, again?

#Birding #Missouri #Conservation #MasterNaturalist #Neonictinoids #Pollinators #StatesRights #FarmBill

Why it matters:

This isn't just theater. Concentrated federal power lets waste flourish and officials dodge accountability; shifting authority back to states forces real oversight and local voters to hold leaders responsible.

#Democracy #StatesRights #Accountability