N.H. Code Admin. R. Env-Wq 1303.07

Current through Register No. 25, June 20, 2024
Section Env-Wq 1303.07 - Exemptions for Preserved Specimens, Research or Education, and Field Experimentation
(a) Subject to (b) and (c), below, and as authorized by RSA 487:16-a, the following uses of exotic aquatic weeds shall be exempt from the prohibitions of RSA 487:16-a:
(1) Exotic aquatic weeds in the form of herbaria or other preserved specimens;
(2) Exotic aquatic weeds being used in a controlled environment, such as in a laboratory for research or for educational display; and
(3) Exotic aquatic weeds that are subjected to experimental processes or equipment in the field for the purpose of finding control mechanisms for such exotic aquatic weeds.
(b) All specimens shall be destroyed as specified in Env-Wq 1303.06 when they are no longer used as specified in (a), above.
(c) For plants subjected to experimental processes or equipment in the field, the exemption shall apply only if such experimental processes or equipment are conducted in a way that prevents the spread of such weeds.

N.H. Code Admin. R. Env-Wq 1303.07

(See Revision Note at chapter heading for Env-Wq 1300) #8703-A, eff 9-5-06

Amended byVolume XXXIV Number 46, Filed November 13, 2014 , Proposed by #10696, Effective 10/18/2014, Expires10/18/2024.