Future New Hampshire landfills could face stricter siting process under new law

By: Molly Rains

Outlets: NH Bulletin

Published: July 10, 2026

Words: 421

Last Updated: 1 week, 5 days ago

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A long-debated step in New Hampshire lawmakers’ efforts to update regulations on solid waste today received final approval from Gov. Kelly Ayotte.

House Bill 707, which Ayotte announced she had signed in a press release on Friday afternoon, establishes a seven-member committee to evaluate proposals for new landfills and landfill expansions in the state. The bill also pauses proposals for additional landfill capacity until at least July 1, 2027, or until the site evaluation …

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