Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
S 587: An Act to protect pollinators and public health
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
S 587 is a bill introduced in the Massachusetts Senate on February 27, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act to protect pollinators and public health. Primary sponsor: Jamie Eldridge (Democratic). It lists 4 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (October 16, 2025): Hearing scheduled for 10/27/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-1.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
By Mr. Eldridge, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 587) of James B. Eldridge for legislation to protect pollinators and public health by prohibiting the use of neonicotinoid pesticides. Environment and Natural Resources.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 4 · Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jamie Eldridge | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | Middlesex and Worcester |
| David DeCoste | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 5th Plymouth |
| Pat Jehlen | Co-sponsor | Democratic | Senate | Second Middlesex |
| Joan Lovely | Co-sponsor | Democratic | Senate | Second Essex |
| Mike Moore | Co-sponsor | Democratic | Senate | Second Worcester |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Hearing scheduled for 10/27/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-1
- House concurred
- Referred to the committee on Environment and Natural Resources