New Hampshire · 2026 Regular Session · Bill

SB 556: including 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.

In committee Last action February 19, 2026: Refer to Interim Study, MA, VV; 02/19/2026; SJ 4

Plain-language summary

SB 556 is a bill introduced in the New Hampshire Senate on November 24, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: including 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. Primary sponsor: Keith Murphy (Republican). It lists 5 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (February 19, 2026): Refer to Interim Study, MA, VV; 02/19/2026; SJ 4.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Keith Murphy (Republican). 5 co-sponsors.