Farm bill pesticide measure sure to anger MAHA
The Hill
by Rachel FrazinFebruary 13, 2026
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Republicans are advancing a pesticide protection measure within the farm bill, a move that is expected to provoke strong opposition from their allies in the "Make America Healthy Again" (MAHA) movement. This initiative aims to safeguard pesticides by potentially relaxing existing regulations, a stance that aligns with agricultural interests but raises concerns among environmental and health advocates. The MAHA movement, which emphasizes public health and environmental protection, views this as an attack on their priorities, highlighting the tension between economic growth in agriculture and the preservation of health and environment.
The farm bill's inclusion of pesticide protections comes amid ongoing debates over the environmental impact of these chemicals. Pesticides are often linked to serious health issues, including cancer
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Originally published on The Hill on 2/13/2026