Bill sought to reckon with sludge use on New Hampshire farms. Here’s how it has evolved so far.

By: Molly Rains

Outlets: NH Bulletin

Published: May 13, 2026

Words: 1,571

Last Updated: 3 weeks, 6 days ago

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Earlier this year, a proposal from the New Hampshire House sought to pause the practice of applying PFAS-containing sewage sludge to farmland in New Hampshire. But over the course of multiple packed hearings and after a handful of amendments, the bill’s provisions have changed shape, sparking concern among some early supporters.

The latest twist in the bill’s journey was a “replace-all” amendment adopted in the Senate May 7 that removed all references to sludge. Lawmakers …

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