Roundup Cancer Settlement, Who Qualifies, How Much You Could Get, and the June 4 Deadline You Cannot Miss

The Roundup Weed Killer Class Settlement is a proposed $7,250,000,000 agreement where Monsanto Company will pay eligible people diagnosed with non-Hodgkin lymphoma (NHL) after exposure to Roundup or other glyphosate-based herbicides. A Missouri judge granted preliminary approval on March 4, 2026. The settlement covers people exposed to Roundup before February 17, 2026 — whether they have an NHL diagnosis now or receive one within the next 16 years. No claim form is open yet, but the opt-out and objection deadline is June 4, 2026, and the Final Approval Hearing is scheduled for July 9, 2026.

Field	Detail
Settlement Amount	Up to $7,250,000,000
Claim Deadline	TBD — registration opens 180 days after final court approval; no claim form is available yet
Who Qualifies	People exposed to Roundup before Feb. 17, 2026 who have or later develop non-Hodgkin lymphoma
Payout Per Person	$6,000–$165,000+ depending on cancer type, age at diagnosis, and exposure history
Proof Required	Yes — medical records, exposure documentation, and employment records if occupational
Settlement Status	Preliminarily Approved — Final Approval Hearing July 9, 2026
Administrator	BrownGreer PLC
Official Website	WeedKillerClass.com
Last Updated	May 1, 2026

Current Status: Roundup Settlement Preliminarily Approved, July 9 Hearing Will Decide Final Approval

The settlement reached a critical milestone on March 4, 2026, when Missouri Circuit Court Judge Timothy Boyer granted preliminary approval in the 22nd Judicial Circuit Court of the City of St. Louis. That ruling did not finalize the deal — it authorized notifying class members and set the schedule for final approval proceedings.

• Opt-Out and Objection Deadline: June 4, 2026. If you want to preserve your right to sue Monsanto independently, you must submit an exclusion request by this date. Once you opt out, you give up any payment from this settlement but keep your individual legal rights. If you object to the settlement’s terms, written objections must also reach the court by June 4.
• Final Approval Hearing: July 9, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. CT, in the 22nd Judicial Circuit Court, St. Louis. Judge Boyer will hear objections and decide whether to grant final approval. If approved, NHL-diagnosed class members will have 180 days after any appeals are resolved to register and file a claim.
• Supreme Court wildcard: On April 27, 2026, the U.S. Supreme Court heard oral arguments in Monsanto v. Durnell, No. 24-1068 — a case that could determine whether federal pesticide law (FIFRA) blocks state-law failure-to-warn claims against Roundup. The justices appeared divided. A ruling for Monsanto could collapse thousands of claims outside the settlement; a ruling for plaintiffs could increase pressure on Bayer to pay more.

What Is the Roundup Lawsuit About? Randall King, et al. v. Monsanto Company, 22nd Judicial Circuit Court, City of St. Louis, Missouri

This case does not rest on one lawsuit — it is the culmination of roughly 170,000 individual claims filed since 2015, all alleging the same core harm: Monsanto knew its herbicide Roundup caused non-Hodgkin lymphoma and chose not to warn users. In 2018, Bayer AG acquired Monsanto for $63 billion and inherited every one of those liabilities.

The legal turning point came in 2015, when the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) — the cancer research arm of the World Health Organization — classified glyphosate, Roundup’s active ingredient, as “probably carcinogenic to humans.” Internal Monsanto documents produced during discovery, widely known as the “Monsanto Papers,” showed the company ghostwrote scientific articles promoting glyphosate safety and worked to discredit independent researchers as far back as 1999. Those documents convinced juries: Bayer has paid nearly $11,000,000,000 to settle approximately 100,000 claims while still facing roughly 60,000 active cases.

The specific legal theories in the settlement cover product liability (defective design), failure to warn, negligent design, and breach of warranty — all rooted in the allegation that Monsanto could have warned users of glyphosate’s cancer risk but did not. For the full history of how this litigation evolved from the first verdicts through the $11 billion in prior payouts, the Roundup cancer lawsuit settlement history and payout breakdown on AllAboutLawyer.com traces each phase in detail. The Monsanto v. Durnell Supreme Court case, which could reshape whether anyone outside this settlement can still sue under state law, is covered in the Roundup Supreme Court case explainer.

Who Qualifies for the Roundup Weed Killer Class Settlement?

The settlement creates two classes. Read both carefully — the second one covers people who haven’t been diagnosed yet.

You may qualify if (Current NHL Diagnosis — Subclass 1):

• You were exposed to Roundup or another glyphosate-based herbicide in the United States before February 17, 2026
• You have been diagnosed with non-Hodgkin lymphoma before February 17, 2026
• Your exposure included any residential, agricultural, or occupational use of Roundup products
• You have not previously settled your Roundup claim, received a judgment, or are not currently a plaintiff in the federal MDL (In re: Roundup Products Liability Litigation, MDL No. 2741, N.D. Cal.)

You may qualify if (No Diagnosis Yet — Subclass 2, Future Claimants):

• You were exposed to Roundup before February 17, 2026 but have not yet received an NHL diagnosis
• You do not need to register or file anything now — if you develop NHL later, you have six years from your diagnosis or until the 16th Annual Payment Date, whichever comes first, to file a claim

You do NOT qualify if:

• You are a current plaintiff in the federal Roundup MDL (though you may request inclusion after dismissing that claim — consult your attorney first)
• You previously signed a release or received payment settling your Roundup claim
• You are a Monsanto/Bayer employee, officer, director, or immediate family member
• Your cancer is not non-Hodgkin lymphoma (related blood cancers may still support a separate individual claim — speak with a product liability attorney)

The settlement covers Roundup and other glyphosate-based products including Ranger Pro, Honcho, and similar formulations sold under different brand names. If you are unsure whether the specific product you used is covered, you can search the product list at WeedKillerClass.com.

How Much Can You Get from the Roundup Settlement?

Payouts range from $6,000 to $165,000 or more, but your specific amount depends entirely on a scoring system — not a flat payment. The settlement’s Allocation Special Master, Matthew Garretson of Garretson LLC, evaluates each claim across multiple factors and assigns a point score that places your case into one of nine compensation tiers. Higher tiers mean larger payouts.

The factors that drive your score include:

Exposure factors: Occupational claimants — farmers, landscapers, groundskeepers with more than 80 hours of documented exposure — score significantly higher than residential users who occasionally sprayed their lawn. The more regular and prolonged your contact with Roundup, the stronger your claim.

Cancer factors: Aggressive NHL subtypes score higher than indolent (slow-growing) forms. Cases involving diffuse large B-cell lymphoma, for example, are typically valued higher than follicular lymphoma cases at an early stage.

Age at diagnosis: Younger diagnosis ages score higher. A person diagnosed before age 60 after occupational exposure with an aggressive NHL subtype sits at the top of the compensation scale — those cases can reach $165,000 or more.

Other case factors: Severity of treatment (chemotherapy, radiation, stem cell transplant), impact on earning capacity, and whether the plaintiff has passed away all factor into the score. Some cases may receive bonus points for a particularly clear causal connection between exposure and diagnosis.

Bayer pays the $7,250,000,000 over up to 16 annual installments — meaning payments are distributed over time, not all at once. When you personally receive money depends on your settlement tier, the total volume of claims filed, and where you fall in the distribution schedule. This is standard for large mass tort settlements of this scope, and similar to the structure used in Bayer’s prior Roundup payouts that averaged approximately $150,000 per resolved claim. Legal settlement payout amounts also depend on attorney contingency fees — mass tort attorneys typically charge 33–40% of recovery.

Step-by-Step: How to File Your Roundup Settlement Claim

The claim form is not open yet. Registration opens 180 days after the court grants final approval following the July 9, 2026 hearing — and only after any appeals are resolved. Here is exactly what to do right now and what to do once the process opens.

1. Go to WeedKillerClass.com and sign up for updates. This is the official settlement website, administered by BrownGreer PLC. Signing up ensures you receive a notice when registration opens — you will not miss the deadline.
2. Decide by June 4, 2026 whether to stay in or opt out. If you believe your individual losses are large enough to justify suing Monsanto on your own — or if you want to wait to see how the Supreme Court rules in Monsanto v. Durnell — you must opt out before June 4. Request an opt-out form at WeedKillerClass.com/Home/OptOut. After June 4, this option closes permanently.
3. Gather your medical records. Locate all diagnosis records, pathology reports, and treatment summaries confirming your NHL diagnosis and its date.
4. Document your Roundup exposure. Pull together purchase receipts, employment records, payroll records, job site logs, or photos showing how long and how often you used Roundup. Occupational claimants should document that their use exceeded 80 hours — this directly affects your score and your payout tier.
5. Retain a product liability attorney. Mass tort claims of this size require legal representation. Attorneys work on contingency — you pay nothing unless you win. A free legal consultation with a Roundup attorney will help you understand whether you should stay in the class settlement or pursue an individual claim.
6. Register and submit your claim through the official website once the portal opens after final court approval. Save your confirmation number. Estimated time to complete once the portal is live: 15–30 minutes with records ready.

Important Deadlines & Dates

Milestone	Date
Settlement Proposed	February 17, 2026
Preliminary Approval Granted	March 4, 2026
Opt-Out Deadline	June 4, 2026
Objection Deadline	June 4, 2026
Final Approval Hearing	July 9, 2026, 9:00 a.m. CT
Registration Window Opens	TBD — 180 days after final approval and resolution of any appeals
Claim Filing Deadline (Current NHL)	TBD — 180 days after registration opens
Claim Filing Deadline (Future NHL)	Within 6 years of diagnosis or before 16th Annual Payment Date
Expected Payment Date	TBD — annual distributions over up to 16 years after final approval

Frequently Asked Questions About the Roundup Settlement

Do I need a lawyer to participate in this settlement?

 You do not legally need one to stay in the class and eventually file a claim. However, because the scoring system that determines your payout tier is complex and directly tied to how well your exposure and medical records are documented, most claimants benefit from working with a class action lawsuit attorney who handles Roundup cases. Mass tort attorneys work on contingency — no upfront cost.

Is this settlement legitimate?

 Yes. The settlement was proposed by Monsanto Company and filed in the 22nd Judicial Circuit Court of the City of St. Louis, Missouri on February 17, 2026. Judge Timothy Boyer granted preliminary approval on March 4, 2026. The official settlement website is WeedKillerClass.com, administered by BrownGreer PLC, a court-appointed settlement administrator. Court documents are publicly available through the Missouri judiciary’s online portal.

When will I receive my payment?

 No payments will be distributed until after July 9, 2026 at the earliest — and only if the court grants final approval that day without appeals. Bayer pays the $7,250,000,000 in annual installments over up to 16 years, so when you personally receive your share depends on your tier and when claims are processed. Plan for a multi-year timeline.

What if I want to opt out and sue Monsanto individually instead?

 You must submit your opt-out request by June 4, 2026. Once that deadline passes, you cannot opt out. Opting out makes sense if your documented losses are high, you have strong evidence of prolonged occupational exposure, and you want to pursue the full range of compensation for damages a jury might award — which in recent verdicts has reached into the hundreds of millions. Consult an attorney before making this irreversible decision.

Will my Roundup settlement payment affect my taxes? 

Possibly. Portions of your settlement payment that compensate for physical injuries or physical sickness are generally not taxable under federal law. Amounts received for lost wages or punitive damages may be taxable. The tax treatment depends on how your specific award is characterized. Consult a tax professional when you receive your payment.

What if I was exposed to Roundup but haven’t been diagnosed with cancer yet?

 You are still covered. Subclass 2 of this settlement protects people exposed before February 17, 2026 who later develop NHL. You do not need to register or file anything now. If you receive an NHL diagnosis in the future, you can file a claim within six years of that diagnosis or before the 16th Annual Payment Date. Sign up for updates at WeedKillerClass.com so you know when registration opens.

How does the Supreme Court case affect my options?

 The Supreme Court heard arguments in Monsanto v. Durnell, No. 24-1068, on April 27, 2026. If the Court rules for Monsanto, state-law failure-to-warn claims — the legal foundation of most individual Roundup lawsuits — could be blocked by federal pesticide law (FIFRA). That ruling would make staying in this settlement the best option for many claimants. If the Court rules for plaintiffs, individual lawsuits remain viable. A decision is expected by June or July 2026 — before the opt-out deadline in this settlement.

What products are covered besides Roundup? 

The settlement covers Roundup and other glyphosate-based herbicides sold in the U.S., including Ranger Pro, Honcho, and similar formulations. You can search the full product list at WeedKillerClass.com/Home/ProductSearch.

Sources & References

• Official Settlement Website: WeedKillerClass.com — BrownGreer PLC, court-appointed administrator
• Preliminary Approval Order: Available at WeedKillerClass.com under Documents
• U.S. Supreme Court Docket: Monsanto v. Durnell, No. 24-1068 — supremecourt.gov
• American Chemical Society/C&EN: Bayer’s $7.25 billion Roundup class settlement advances (March 5, 2026)
• Reuters/AP wire coverage of Monsanto v. Durnell oral arguments (April 27, 2026)

Prepared by the AllAboutLawyer.com Editorial Team and reviewed for factual accuracy against the official settlement website (WeedKillerClass.com), the Preliminary Approval Order dated March 4, 2026, and the 22nd Judicial Circuit Court docket, City of St. Louis, Missouri. Last Updated: May 1, 2026

Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Legal claims and outcomes depend on specific facts and applicable law. For advice regarding a particular situation, consult a qualified attorney.