HB 1654-S - DIGEST |
(SUBSTITUTED FOR - SEE 2ND SUB) |
Requires the state noxious weed control board to conduct a pilot project that evaluates the advantages of purposefully replacing pollen and nectar-rich noxious weeds with either native or noninvasive, nonnative forage plants that can produce similar levels of pollen and nectar to support honey bee populations. |
Requires state agencies, while conducting planned projects, to give preference to replacing pollen-rich or nectar-rich noxious weeds with native forage plants that are beneficial for all pollinators, including honey bees. |
Requires any corps project that involves the removal of noxious weeds to include the planting of pollen-rich and nectar-rich native plants to provide forage for all pollinators, including honey bees. |