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EPA Proposed Settlement Agreement Regarding Neonicotinoid Pesticide Tolerances

This notice from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announces a proposed settlement agreement related to neonicotinoid pesticide tolerances. - Government Buyer: - Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) - Legal Context: - Settlement addresses a claim by the Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC) regarding EPA's alleged delay in responding to a petition - Subject of Petition: - Revocation of all tolerances for residues of five neonicotinoid pesticides in or on food - Acetamiprid - Clothianidin - Dinotefuran - Imidacloprid - Thiamethoxam - No Products or Services Requested: - No OEMs or vendors are mentioned - No procurement or contract requirements - Public Participation: - EPA invites public comment on the proposed settlement agreement - Notable Requirement: - EPA must issue a final decision on the NRDC petition as part of the settlement

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The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has issued a notice of a proposed settlement agreement resolving a case alleging EPA unreasonably delayed responding to a petition to revoke all tolerances for residues of neonicotinoid pesticides in or on food. The settlement requires EPA to issue a final decision on the petition by April 30, 2027. Public comments on the proposed settlement agreement are requested and must be received by September 21, 2026.

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