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CT HB06637
Bill
Status
Passed
7/9/2019
Primary Sponsor
Environment Committee
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AI Summary
- Vessels registered in Connecticut must pay a $5 Aquatic Invasive Species fee at registration or renewal, effective January 1, 2020.
- Out-of-state registered vessels operating on Connecticut inland waters must pay a $20 annual Aquatic Invasive Species fee to the Commissioner of Energy and Environmental Protection, valid through December 31.
- All collected fees are deposited into the Connecticut Lakes, Rivers and Ponds Preservation account for restoration, aquatic invasive species eradication, cyanobacteria control, education programs, and research grants.
- At least 80 percent of fees from the invasive species stamp must be used for aquatic invasive species eradication, cyanobacteria programs, and public education.
- Environmental conservation police officers may enforce noise ordinances on Candlewood Lake, applying the most restrictive municipal noise standard when multiple towns have different ordinances.
Legislative Description
An Act Requiring An Invasive Species Stamp For The Operation Of A Motorboat On The Waters Of The State And Enforcement Of Noise Ordinances On Candlewood Lake.
Last Action
Signed by the Governor
7/9/2019
Committee Referrals
Finance, Revenue and Bonding5/10/2019
Environment1/29/2019
Full Bill Text
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