What is the federal law that regulates pesticides and their use?

The correct answer is FIFRA. This stands for the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act, which is the primary federal law in the United States that governs the registration, distribution, sale, and use of pesticides. This legislation is designed to ensure that all pesticides sold or used in the U.S. are safe and effective when used according to the label directions. FIFRA requires pesticide manufacturers to submit extensive data on the safety and efficacy of their products before they can be approved for sale.

FIFRA places significant responsibilities on both manufacturers and users of pesticides; it mandates that products must be registered with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), which evaluates them for potential impacts on human health and the environment. This law provides the framework for regulating the use of pesticides to minimize potential risks associated with their application.

The other choices do not specifically address the federal regulation of pesticides. NREPA refers to state-level regulations concerning environmental protection in Michigan. ANCA relates to the National Aquatic Nuisance Species Act, which focuses on the management of aquatic invasive species, rather than the regulation of pesticides directly. EPCRA, the Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act, is concerned with community safety and the reporting of hazardous substances,