Episode 263
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Date: 2/26/26
Topic: Legislative Day: Focus On State Pesticide Preemption
Guests: Andrew Architect, COO & Megan Striegel, Sr. Director, Public Policy, National Pest Management Association
In this episode we discuss:
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Andy's and Megan's backgrounds and how they came to work in their roles at NPMA
Why Legislative Day (March 15-17, 2026) is a critical event for the industry, emphasizing the power of constituents in influencing lawmakers in Washington D.C.
The structure of Legislative Day compared with PestWorld and other NPMA events
How first-time attendees are introduced to the event
State pesticide preemption, which ensures consistent pesticide regulations at federal and state levels, preventing a "patchwork" of local rules
The ongoing efforts to include preemption language in the Farm Bill, which has faced delays due to D.C. gridlock
Other issues, including the Credit Card Competition Act, designed to drive down swipe fees, and competition issues between private wildlife control companies and USDA wildlife services
Ways to get involved locally if you can't attend Legislative Day
Notable: "The power of a constituent is power that a D.C. lobbyist can never replicate. It's our opportunity to share our story: The role we play as pest management professionals in protecting public health, food safety and property." —Megan Striegel, NPMA
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