The “Bayer bill” is a classic preemption bill which would shield the company from legal liability for harms potentially caused by their products. Instead of facing the claims in court, where they may lose, German chemical giant Bayer (who purchased Monsanto in 2018) appears to be promoting bills in states across the country that strip away any recourse for farmers and rural communities that claim Bayer’s glyphosate weedkiller Roundup causes cancer. While transparency in state lobbying is extremely limited, we know that Bayer pushed legislation—with identical wording, provided by the company—in Iowa, Missouri, and Idaho in 2024.
We know that these bills have appeared in at least the following states in 2025: Mississippi, Oklahoma, Iowa, Missouri, North Dakota, Tennessee, Florida and Wyoming
State legislators are fighting back against these bills and preparing to mobilize when these bills eventually reach their state. We’ve compiled a toolkit to support state legislators in taking action and protecting rural communities and farmers.
The toolkit is password-protected for the safety of our partners and communities. To access the toolkit, please fill out this form.
What’s Inside?
- A landscape of industry campaign to push these state-level bills
- Strategies for fighting back against these dangerous bills
- Messaging tips and narrative support to counter industry falsehoods
As lawmakers, we are responsible for crafting policies that reflect our values—policies that ensure safety, dignity, and opportunity for all. This toolkit provides concrete steps to resist harmful measures and build a more inclusive future. Access the toolkit here.