Last week, NPMA submitted comments to EPA’s Office of Pesticide Programs regarding the Lambda-Cyhalothrin and Gamma-Cyhalothrin Proposed Interim Registration Review Decision. NPMA’s comments focused on clarifying the underlying structural pest control use assumptions that resulted in the risk assessments for human health and ecological risks.  Specific uses are proposed to be eliminated from label directions and additional PPE is proposed for certain applications.  In addition to our comments NPMA has reached out directly to EPA to learn how we can better educate or provide data regarding the maximum daily exposure values that EPA uses for their decision-making process.  To read NPMA’s comments, click here.

Rep. Porter of Indiana and Member of the Indiana Black Legislative Caucus introduced HB 1415 which is a bed bug bill that outlines duties and responsibilities for landlords, tenants, and PMPs. In most circumstances, PMPs must be hired to inspect and treat for bed bugs. NPMA joined the National Black Caucus of State Legislators (NBCSL) Corporate Round Table and Rep. Herod of Colorado introduced her bed bug law at the Annual Legislative Conference in December, where it earned the NBCSL’s endorsement of model legislation. This is the first bill introduced after NBCSL endorsed Rep. Herod’s bed bug law. We look forward to working with Rep. Porter and having more bills introduced by Black Caucus members in states across the country.

At Legislative Day 2021, not only will you have the opportunity to virtually meet your members of congress and advocate for your industry, but you can also expect to hear from a variety of prominent speakers about our current political landscape. Check out the speakers below, and click here to view the full schedule. Register by February 23 to save $25 on your Legislative Day registration!

Democratic Presidential Candidate for the 2020 Election Secretary of Housing and Urban Development (2014-2017) Mayor of San Antonio, Texas (2009-2014)	U.S. Senator (R-AZ) (2013-2018) U.S. Congressman (R-AZ) (2001-2013) New York Times Bestselling Author of "Conscience of a Conservative" Contributor, CBS News

 As a membership benefit, NPMA has developed a gallery of 
pest images at My.NPMAPestWorld.org for use by NPMA members.

 

NPMA members can call, email, or text Seay Management Consultants to speak with one of their HR consultants free of charge regarding any employment issue that arises in your business. View the comprehensive menu of services provided.

Sandy Seay and his associates are very familiar with the pest management industry, having represented and advised pest management companies for nearly 50 years. For more information about Seay Management Consultants, click here. 

Douglas R. MacPherson, former President of the National Pest Management Association (1979-80) and owner of Dugas Pest Control from 1973 to 2003, passed away on January 14, of complications from COVID-19. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to First United Methodist Church of Baton Rouge or the Pest Management Foundation.

Click here for more information.

 

 

Although it was created by the PWIPM leaders in the gulf states, ALL are welcome!

Mark your calendar and plan to join us for the first ever Professional Women in Pest Management (PWIPM) Gulf States Networking Event on Wednesday January 27, 2021 12-1:30pm eastern! This virtual event will include a keynote address “Start With One,” small group discussion, and—of course—networking with each other in the Remo platform! 

RSVP & Register by January 22

Massey Services is pleased to announce that the Orlando Business Journal selected Andrea Massey-Farrell, President of the Harvey & Carol Massey Foundation and Senior Vice President of Community Relations at Massey Services, as one of their 2021 Women Who Mean Business honorees.

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