Important Regulatory Updates on Pest Control for Our Constituents
Termites, cockroaches, and rodents pose significant threats to homes and businesses across California. They cause billions in property damage each year, spread dangerous diseases, and create fire hazards through damage to electrical wiring. Effective pest management is crucial for safeguarding our constituents’ health, safety, and economic well-being.
As a legislator, your awareness of regulatory developments from the California Department of Pesticide Regulations (CDPR) is vital, and their decisions could impact the livelihoods of thousands of workers, the affordability of housing, and public health.
California already maintains the world’s strictest pest control regulations, with rigorous safety protocols embedded in the existing system. Consider these key points:
- More than 70% of fumigation companies in Southern California are Latino-owned and operated.
- Approximately 85% of fumigation workers are Latino, relying on these jobs for family-supporting wages.
- New regulations would increase delays and costs associated with home mortgages, adversely affecting our state’s real estate market.
- Effective fumigation is essential for maintaining structural integrity, particularly in earthquake-prone regions, and preventing the spread of diseases by pests such as bed bugs, cockroaches, and rodents.
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Together, we can advocate for regulations that protect public health and promote economic prosperity while ensuring our homes and businesses remain safe and structurally sound.
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