Rhode Island Seeks to Introduce Detailed CPOM Ban and Ownership - Holland & Knight
Rhode Island is proposing a detailed ban on chlorpyrifos (CPOM) and ownership restrictions, affecting pest control applicators in the state.
Aforeworn detected this change in the Pesticide & Pest-Control Applicators space on July 8, 2026 and published this briefing so affected operators are forewarned rather than caught off guard. It is rated High urgency. Structural pest-control firms, lawn/ornamental applicators, agricultural applicators, and fumigation companies operating in Rhode Island. should confirm how it applies to their specific situation before acting. There is a time constraint attached: The regulation is proposed; monitor for final adoption and effective date. Likely within 30-90 days.. Acting after that point can mean penalties, a lapsed licence, or lost eligibility — exactly the kind of surprise Aforeworn exists to prevent. Aforeworn monitors Pesticide & Pest-Control Applicators continuously and turns every detected change into a plain-English briefing like this one, so you always know first. Forewarned is forearmed.
What changed
Rhode Island is introducing a detailed ban on chlorpyrifos (CPOM) and ownership restrictions, likely prohibiting its use and requiring changes in ownership or handling.
Who it affects
Structural pest-control firms, lawn/ornamental applicators, agricultural applicators, and fumigation companies operating in Rhode Island.
What you must do
Review the proposed regulation, assess current use of chlorpyrifos, and prepare to transition to alternative products or methods.
Deadline
The regulation is proposed; monitor for final adoption and effective date. Likely within 30-90 days.
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