Loïc Michaud, the mayor of Amuré in the Deux-Sèvres department, is rallying local voters to oppose the re-election of senators who supported the agricultural emergency law known as "Duplomb 2." This law, passed in July, allows for the construction of large water storage facilities called "megabasins" and permits the use of certain pesticides that had previously been banned, including acetamiprid. Michaud is concerned about the law's potential effects on public health and the environment, and he is seeking to block the candidacy of outgoing senator Philippe Mouiller, who backed the law as a member of the center-right party Les Républicains (LR). Around twenty other local voters have joined Michaud in this effort. Michaud, who became mayor in March, is not affiliated with any political party except for a group focused on the "defense of life," which emphasizes environmental and ethical issues. He has been an outspoken advocate for environmental protection since taking office and is part of a coalition of mayors in the Poitevin Marsh natural park, an area dedicated to preserving ecological balance. His opposition to the megabasins project began in 2014, when the plan was first introduced. He has criticized the previous mayor for supporting the project despite initial local resistance. The recent passage of the Duplomb 2 law by the Senate on July 21 has further angered Michaud, who notes that all senators from Deux-Sèvres supported the law and rejected proposed environmental amendments. He fears that if re-elected, these senators could push for the reintroduction of even more hazardous pesticides, such as DDT. Other local mayors and officials, including Hélène Poyvre and Alain Canteau, have also voiced concerns about the law's potential impact on public health and the environment, calling for a revision of agricultural policy and a greater emphasis on sustainable farming practices. Philippe Mouiller, the senator seeking re-election, has not publicly explained his support for the law, according to local officials. His campaign materials do not address environmental issues, which has led to frustration among voters who prioritize ecological concerns. While Michaud is focused on local efforts and hopes more electors will join his initiative, he is not aiming for a nationwide movement. The results of the upcoming senatorial elections could have significant consequences for the future of the Duplomb 2 law and its broader implications for public health and the environment.