This bill amends the definition of hazardous waste under New Hampshire law by exempting certain household pharmaceutical wastes from being classified as hazardous. Specifically, it modifies RSA 147-B:2, VII(b), RSA 147-C:1, VI(b), and RSA 147-D:1, VI(b) to include the insertion of language that states these household pharmaceutical wastes, when collected pursuant to RSA 318-E, do not fall under the hazardous waste category. Additionally, the bill clarifies that radioactive substances regulated by the Atomic Energy Act of 1954 are also excluded from this definition.

The changes aim to streamline the management of household pharmaceutical waste, making it easier for residents to dispose of these items without the complexities associated with hazardous waste regulations. The bill is set to take effect 60 days after its passage, with an effective date of August 4, 2026.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 147-B:2, 147-C:1, 147-D:1
Version adopted by both bodies: 147-B:2, 147-C:1, 147-D:1
CHAPTERED FINAL VERSION: 147-B:2, 147-C:1, 147-D:1
HB1192 text: 147-B:2, 147-C:1, 147-D:1