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CT HB05423

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/27/2014

Primary Sponsor

Environment Committee

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Origin

House of Representatives

2014 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Allows vessels less than 22 feet in hull length powered by motor to exceed slow/no-wake speed limits on weekdays (up to 20 mph) and weekends (up to 30 mph) within 75 feet of wharfs, piers, or docks in Hartford.

  • Applies only to a specific section of the Connecticut River in Hartford between the railroad bridge north of Bulkeley Bridge and the southern city limits.

  • Defines "pier" to exclude bridge abutments located in waterways for purposes of this section and chapter 263 of general statutes.

  • Takes effect upon passage.

  • Stated purpose is to create parity between speed restrictions for vessels on lakes versus rivers in Connecticut.

Legislative Description

An Act Concerning The Speed Of Vessels Along Certain Portions Of The Connecticut River.

Last Action

Public Hearing 03/07

3/3/2014

Committee Referrals

Environment2/27/2014

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