New Hampshire § 140-1 - Section 140:1 Public Policy.
Full text of New Hampshire New Hampshire Revised Statutes Annotated § 140-1 — Section 140:1 Public Policy., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 140-1. Section 140:1 Public Policy.
Whereas the use of certain chemical and physical agents can be instrumental in the improvement of health, welfare, and productivity of the public if properly utilized, or may impair the industrial and agricultural potentials of this state and adversely affect the well-being of the citizens of this state if improperly utilized, it is hereby declared to be the public policy of this state: I. To encourage the constructive use of these chemical and physical agents and to discourage improper uses of these agents. II. To institute and maintain a consultative program for the use of chemical and physical agents so as to provide for: (a) Compatibility with standards of the federal government. (b) A single effective system of recommendations within the state. (c) A system consonant, insofar as possible, with consultative systems of other states.
Source: official New Hampshire text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About New Hampshire § 140-1
What does New Hampshire Revised Statutes Annotated § 140-1 cover?
Section 140-1 ("Section 140:1 Public Policy.") is part of the New Hampshire Revised Statutes Annotated, the codified statutory law of New Hampshire. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite New Hampshire § 140-1?
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