Ayotte vetoes New Hampshire paint can stewardship proposal

By: Molly Rains

Outlets: NH Bulletin

Published: March 16, 2026

Words: 157

Last Updated: 3 days, 13 hours ago


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Gov. Kelly Ayotte vetoed a proposed paint can “stewardship program” on Monday.

House Bill 451, sponsored by New London Democratic Rep. Karen Ebel, seeks to establish a collection and recycling program for paint cans, run by manufacturers. Ebel said the proposal was supported by industry and intended to reduce waste; the measure passed the House last year and cleared the Senate in January.

Ayotte announced her intent to veto it shortly after on

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