Bill textNew Hampshire introduced bottle bill legislation in 2009, which continues to be studied in 2010.
| Bill Number and Name | HB 675 Bill text |
|---|---|
| Primary Sponsor | Rep. Owen, Merr 4; Rep. Messier, Hills 17; Rep. Keans, Straf 1 |
| Beverages Covered | malt beverages, wine, wine coolers, all non alcoholic drinks in liquid form, except for unflavored rice milk, unflavored soy milk, milk, and dairy derived products. |
| Containers Covered | All containers for accepted beverages |
| Deposits | 5¢ |
| Handling Fees | 3.5¢ or 3¢ for commingling, paid by distributor to redemption center |
| Other Fees / Taxes | |
| Reclamation System | Return to dealer or redemption center |
| Unredeemed Deposits | Returned monthly to the department of revenue administration |
January 8, 2009: Introduced, referred to Environment and Agriculture
February 11, 2009: Committee hearing
February 26, 2009: Retained in committee for action in 2010
January 13, 2010: Referred to interim study