Vermont Leads Nation in Banning Paraquat Linked to Parkinson's

WHO:

Boston.com - Dan Feehan, with The Michael J. Fox Foundation, commented on Vermont's decision.

WHAT:

Boston.com - Vermont is the first state to ban paraquat, a weed killer linked to Parkinson’s disease.

ABC News - Experts say paraquat is commonly used and linked to Parkinson’s disease.

WHERE:

Boston.com - The state of Vermont.

WHY:

Boston.com - The ban is significant as it shifts the conversation regarding the use of paraquat and its health implications.

(UPDATED June 25, 2026 15:57 UTC)

Vermont has made history by becoming the first state to ban paraquat, a widely used weed killer that experts link to Parkinson's disease. Dan Feehan from The Michael J. Fox Foundation commented on this significant decision, highlighting its importance in shifting the conversation around paraquat and its health implications. This move reflects growing concerns about the safety of chemicals used in agriculture and their potential impact on public health.