Proposed Roundup Settlement: What You Need to Know

A proposed national class action settlement has been filed in Missouri involving Roundup weed killer and other glyphosatebased products. The settlement may affect people who were exposed to Roundup and later diagnosed with nonHodgkin lymphoma (NHL)—or who may be diagnosed in the future.

This article explains what the settlement means, who may qualify, and what steps matter most.

What Is the Roundup Settlement?

Roundup is a widely used weed killer that contains glyphosate. Thousands of lawsuits claim that longterm exposure to glyphosate may increase the risk of nonHodgkin lymphoma, a cancer that affects the immune system. Monsanto, the maker of Roundup, denies these claims but has agreed to a proposed settlement to avoid years of continued litigation.

If the settlement is approved, Monsanto would fund a compensation program of up to $7.25 billion over 17 to 21 years to resolve current and future claims.

The court has set important dates for people who may be affected:

• Deadline to Opt Out or Object: June 4, 2026
• Fairness Hearing: July 9, 2026

At the fairness hearing, the court will decide whether the settlement is fair, reasonable, and should receive final approval.

Who May Be Included?

You may be affected by this settlement if:

• You were exposed to Roundup or other glyphosatebased weed killers in the United States, and
• You were diagnosed with nonHodgkin lymphoma before March 5, 2026, or
• You meet the exposure requirements and may be diagnosed with NHL in the future

Exposure may include using Roundup at work or at home, mixing or spraying weed killers, or being nearby when someone else applied them. Farmers, landscapers, groundskeepers, and homeowners may all be impacted.

Your Legal Options

The settlement would create a courtsupervised claims program run by an independent administrator. Claims would be reviewed and placed into tiers based on factors like exposure history, age, and cancer type. Each tier has a base payment, with adjustments depending on individual circumstances.

If you are part of the settlement, you have three choices:

• Stay in the settlement and file a claim if eligible
• Opt out and keep the right to file your own lawsuit
• Object and tell the court you disagree with the settlement

Because this proposed Roundup settlement could limit your future legal rights, it’s important to understand your options before any deadlines pass.

Beasley Allen encourages anyone who was exposed to Roundup and later developed—or may develop—nonHodgkin lymphoma to review their rights carefully before deciding how to proceed. Speaking with an experienced attorney can help you understand what this settlement means for you and whether an individual claim may be a better path forward.