Bill Summary: SB00026

• Redirects all revenue from vessel numbering and registration fees to the General Fund instead of maintaining a separate boating account, effective July 1, 2010.

• Repeals sections 15-155d and 15-155e of the general statutes, eliminating the statutory framework for the boating account distribution system.

• Eliminates provisions that previously distributed vessel registration fee revenue to towns as payment in lieu of property taxes on vessels.

• Eliminates boating account funding for boating safety programs, marine patrols, recreational facilities, and municipal reimbursement for boating enforcement expenses.

• Introduced as part of the Governor's budget recommendations for the February 2010 legislative session.