What does Preamble of HR 7601 do?

This bill, formally titled 'To prohibit the use of Federal funds to implement the Executive order entitled ``Promoting the National Defense by Ensuring an Adequate Supply of Elemental Phosphorus and Glyphosate-Based Herbicides'', and for other purposes,' aims to restrict the use of federal funds. The bill specifically targets the Executive order entitled ``Promoting the National Defense by Ensuring an Adequate Supply of Elemental Phosphorus and Glyphosate-Based Herbicides'’.

What does SHORT TITLE. of HR 7601 do?

This bill is formally titled the 'No Immunity for Glyphosate Act'.

What does NO FEDERAL FUNDS FOR EXECUTIVE ORDER RELATING TO PHOSPHORUS AND of HR 7601 do?

This section prohibits the use of Federal funds for implementing, administering, or enforcing an Executive order. The Executive order in question is titled ``Promoting the National Defense by Ensuring an Adequate Supply of Elemental Phosphorus and Glyphosate-Based Herbicides``. The Executive order was issued on February 18, 2026.

What does NO IMMUNITIES FOR GLYPHOSATE MANUFACTURERS. of HR 7601 do?

This section establishes a cause of action for individuals who suffer physical injury, illness, disease, or death caused by exposure to elemental phosphorus or glyphosate-based herbicides. It defines 'covered entities' as those who manufacture, distribute, formulate, supply, or sell these substances. District courts have jurisdiction over civil actions arising under this section, regardless of the amount in controversy or citizenship. The court may award compensatory damages (including medical expenses, lost income, pain and suffering, and wrongful death), punitive damages, equitable relief, and attorney's fees and costs. This section waives any immunity a covered entity might claim under the Defense Production Act of 1950 or other laws. Covered entities cannot assert compliance with Executive orders, regulations, or contracts under the Defense Production Act as a defense to liability. The Act does not preempt or limit existing or pending civil actions under federal or state law. This section applies to claims arising before, on, or after the date of enactment. State law rights and remedies are preserved and not preempted by this section.

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No Immunity for Glyphosate Act — HR. 7601

Last updated: 2/20/2026 · Introduced: 2/20/2026

Author: Thomas Massie (R-KY)

TL;DR (AI)

This bill prohibits the use of federal funds to implement an executive order aimed at ensuring an adequate supply of elemental phosphorus and glyphosate-based herbicides.
It creates a legal pathway for individuals harmed by exposure to elemental phosphorus or glyphosate-based herbicides to sue manufacturers and distributors, regardless of any immunity claims based on the Defense Production Act.
The bill preserves existing state law rights and remedies and applies to claims arising before, on, or after its enactment.

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