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flag Illinois lawmakers propose 72-hour notice rule for pesticides near schools and parks to protect children’s health.

flag Illinois lawmakers are pushing a bill to require 72-hour notice before pesticide spraying near schools and parks, aiming to protect children from health risks linked to exposure, including leukemia and neurodevelopmental issues. flag The proposal comes amid rising pesticide use on corn and soybeans, with 61% of schools in Champaign County within half a mile of crop fields. flag While the American Academy of Pediatrics supports the measure, agricultural groups warn the timeline could hinder timely responses to weather changes. flag Weak enforcement, with only 17 inspectors for 38,000 applicators, has limited accountability, and some farmers have faced significant crop losses without adequate penalties. flag The bill may be revised during the upcoming legislative session.

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