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CT HB05315

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

1/15/2019

Primary Sponsor

Environment Committee

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Origin

House of Representatives

2019 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Any person operating or occupying a kayak, canoe, or paddleboard in Connecticut's tidal waters must wear a personal flotation device from May 1 through October 31 each year.

  • The Department of Energy and Environmental Protection is authorized to enforce this requirement and adopt regulations establishing fines for violations.

  • The requirement overrides existing provisions in chapter 268 of the general statutes.

  • The act becomes effective July 1, 2019.

Legislative Description

An Act Requiring Kayak, Canoe And Paddleboard Operators To Wear Life Vests.

Last Action

Public Hearing 02/04

1/30/2019

Committee Referrals

Environment1/15/2019

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