SB536 Relative to the solid waste facility site evaluation committee.
Relative to the solid waste facility site evaluation committee.
Impact Score — How Does This Bill Affect You?
Overall Impact Score
Concerning
Scale: 1 (harmful) to 10 (beneficial)
Your Wallet
Waste facility siting affects disposal costs and property values, but this bill was sent to interim study with no immediate changes.
Your Community
The siting of waste facilities significantly impacts surrounding communities through traffic, odor, environmental contamination, and property values. Proper oversight is critical.
Your Freedom
Government committee process with no direct impact on individual freedoms.
Status
Refer to Interim Study, Motion Adopted, Voice Vote; 03/12/2026; Senate Journal 6
Sponsor
David Rochefort (R)
The Short Version
Addresses the solid waste facility site evaluation committee, which oversees the permitting of landfills and waste processing facilities. Referred to interim study for further examination.
Who's Behind This Bill?
Who Benefits
- ▲ Communities near proposed waste facilities
- ▲ Environmental advocates
Who Pays the Price
- ▼ Waste industry seeking more predictable permitting
Bill statuses as of May 2026. Check LegiScan or NH General Court for the latest.
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