the Federal Environmental Pesticide Control Act
The Federal Environmental Pesticide Control Act (FEPCA) is a United States federal law enacted in 1972 to regulate the use and registration of pesticides in order to protect human health and the environment. FEPCA requires that all pesticides be registered with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) before they can be sold or distributed, and that the EPA conduct a thorough review of their potential risks and benefits.
FEPCA also prohibits the sale or use of any pesticide that is not registered with the EPA, and establishes guidelines for the safe handling, storage, and disposal of pesticides. The law also includes provisions for monitoring and enforcing compliance with its regulations, as well as for conducting research on the effects of pesticides on human health and the environment.
Overall, FEPCA aims to ensure that pesticides are used in a responsible and sustainable manner to protect both public health and the environment.