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CT SB00145

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

2/11/2026

Primary Sponsor

Environment Committee

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Origin

Senate

2026 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Department of Energy and Environmental Protection must conduct a study with the Office of Aquatic Invasive Species on hydrilla remediation in state lakes

  • Study must examine the most effective methods for eliminating and controlling hydrilla, including harvesting and spot-treating areas not specifically authorized by existing permits

  • DEEP must develop protocols to expedite permits for hydrilla remediation to align permit issuance with optimal treatment timing and cost-effective methods

  • Act takes effect upon passage

Legislative Description

An Act Studying The Remediation Of Hydrilla In State Lakes And The Expediting Of Permits Related To Such Remediation.

Last Action

Public Hearing 02/20

2/13/2026

Committee Referrals

Environment2/11/2026

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