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CT SB00313

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/26/2026

Primary Sponsor

Environment Committee

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Origin

Senate

2026 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Wake boats may only operate for wakeboarding or wakesurfing at least 200 feet from shore on Connecticut lakes

  • Municipalities retain authority to impose stricter distance requirements greater than 200 feet from shore

  • Existing prohibitions on wake boats at lakes bordering Warren, Washington, and Kent remain in effect and are not preempted

  • "Wake boat" is defined as any vessel using ballast tanks, wake shapers, hydrofoils, or similar devices designed to artificially increase or enhance the vessel's wake

  • Effective immediately upon passage

Legislative Description

An Act Concerning Wakesurfing On Certain Lakes In The State.

Last Action

Public Hearing 03/04

2/27/2026

Committee Referrals

Environment2/26/2026

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