SB 556 · 2026 · Senate · Judiciary Committee
Felony for improper syringe disposal
AI-generatedincluding syringes and similar medical devices in the definition of special waste for purposes of solid waste management and making the disposal of such special waste a felony.
Includes syringes and similar medical devices within the definition of special waste for solid waste management purposes and classifies improper disposal of such waste as a felony.AI-generated
Status
Referred to interim study (Senate) · February 13, 2026- ✓Introduced
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Analysis
This bill includes syringes and similar medical devices in the definition of special waste for purposes of solid waste management and makes improper disposal of such a felony.
From the bill's official ANALYSIS section.
Official record
gc.nh.gov · the authoritative source
Sponsors
- Sen. Timothy LangRMajority Whip
- Sen. Howard PearlRChair· Executive Departments and Administration
- Sen. Daniel InnisRChair, Majority Policy Conference
- Sen. Regina BirdsellRMajority Leader
- Sen. Daryl AbbasRVice Chair· Judiciary
Public testimony
No one submitted online testimony on this bill. See the record
Hearings
- 2026-01-271:00 pmSenate JudiciarySH 100Public hearing
Legislative history
- Jan 7, 2026SenIntroduced 01/07/2026 and Referred to Judiciary; SJ 1
- Jan 27, 2026SenHearing: 01/27/2026, Room 100, SH, 01:00 pm; SC 3
- Feb 19, 2026Sen: Referred to Interim Study, 02/19/2026; Vote 5-0; CC; SC 6
- Feb 19, 2026SenRefer to Interim Study, MA, VV; 02/19/2026; SJ 4
Coverage
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Documents (PDF)
Bill text & amendments link direct to gc.nh.gov; committee reports stream from the state record.