This bill establishes regulations regarding the sale of products labeled as biodegradable or compostable. Specifically, it prohibits any person from selling or offering for sale such products in the state unless they have received third-party certification from an organization that complies with the ASTM 6400 standard, as recognized by the American Society for Testing and Materials. The new legal language inserted into the current law is found in RSA 149-M:27, where a new paragraph (VI) is added to outline these requirements.

The bill aims to ensure that products marketed as biodegradable or compostable genuinely meet established environmental standards, thereby preventing misleading claims that could harm consumers and the environment. The act will take effect 60 days after its passage, allowing time for compliance with the new certification requirements.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 149-M:27