STATE OF NEW HAMPSHIRE
SENATE
REPORT OF THE COMMITTEE
FOR THE CONSENT CALENDAR
Tuesday, April 8, 2025
THE COMMITTEE ON Energy and Natural Resources
to which was referred HB 179-FN
AN ACT relative to hazardous waste accident fees.
Having considered the same, the committee recommends that the Bill
OUGHT TO PASS WITH AMENDMENT
BY A VOTE OF: 4-0
AMENDMENT # 1542s
Senator Howard Pearl
For the Committee
HB 179-FN revises the penalty structure for unpaid hazardous waste accident expenses in New Hampshire. Under the amended bill, a $1,000 daily penalty is imposed on responsible parties beginning 90 days after nonpayment, with the total penalty capped at 25% of the accident cost. No additional penalties will apply if the party responsible follows an established payment plan. This change is intended to incentivize timely payment without imposing excessive financial burdens.
Max Taylor 271-1403
FOR THE CONSENT CALENDAR
Energy and Natural Resources
HB 179-FN, relative to hazardous waste accident fees.
Ought to Pass with Amendment, Vote 4-0.
Senator Howard Pearl for the committee.
HB 179-FN revises the penalty structure for unpaid hazardous waste accident expenses in New Hampshire. Under he amended bill, a $1,000 daily penalty is imposed on responsible parties beginning 90 days after nonpayment, with the total penalty capped at 25% of the accident cost. No additional penalties will apply if the party responsible follows an established payment plan. This change is intended to incentivize timely payment without imposing excessive financial burdens.