Which statement about FIFRA is true?

FIFRA, which stands for the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act, establishes a framework for regulating pesticide distribution, sale, and use at the federal level. Under FIFRA, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is responsible for the oversight of pesticide products to ensure they are safe for human health and the environment.

One important aspect of FIFRA is that it allows states to enact their own pesticide regulations. However, states are not allowed to be less stringent than the federal standards set by FIFRA, but they can impose stricter requirements. This means that state regulations can be more stringent to address specific local environmental concerns or health risks that might not be fully covered by federal law. Therefore, stating that state restrictions can be stricter than those set by FIFRA accurately reflects the ability of states to address their unique circumstances while still complying with federal regulations.

The other statements are not accurate representations of FIFRA's framework; for instance, approved pesticide labels do carry legal weight, and the EPA has the authority to remove pesticide products if they are found to be unsafe or non-compliant. Additionally, state regulations must adhere to the minimum standards set by FIFRA and cannot be more liberal than those federal requirements. Thus, the