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State Policy Expert Sarah Scott: Legislation on Batteries and Endanger Species

Posted on February 23, 2026 by Tom Novak

Recently, the New Hampshire Legislature discussed legislation related to battery disposal, denying building permits for projects on land with endangered species, and supporting homeschool parents and students.

Sarah Scott – Deputy State Director, AFP-NH, joins us for the policy conversations at the State House. Host Jeff and Sarah also discuss upcoming educational events sponsored by AFP-NH and preview the State of the Union Address.

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