MDARD Michigan Core Pesticide Applicator Practice Exam

Which statement about FIFRA is false?

1. It provides the overall framework for the federal pesticide regulatory program

2. It prevents states, tribes, and territories from creating laws that are stricter than federal regulations

3. It allows applicators to deviate from the pesticide label under specific use situations

4. It requires periodic re-evaluation of registered pesticides

The correct answer is: It prevents states, tribes, and territories from creating laws that are stricter than federal regulations

The statement indicating that FIFRA prevents states, tribes, and territories from creating laws that are stricter than federal regulations is false because FIFRA (Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act) does not prohibit states and other jurisdictions from enacting their own regulations that are more stringent than federal standards. In fact, many states choose to implement stricter guidelines to address local environmental concerns, public health issues, or specific agricultural needs. This flexibility allows local jurisdictions to tailor their pesticide regulations to better suit regional conditions, which can be essential in managing pesticide use effectively and safely. This autonomy is important in addressing unique local challenges that federal regulations may not sufficiently cover.