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PA SB845
Bill
Status
6/9/2025
Primary Sponsor
Jay Costa
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AI Summary
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Requires marina and boat dock operators to install ground-fault protection not exceeding 100 milliamperes on main overcurrent protective devices installed or replaced on or after July 1, 2025
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Mandates annual safety inspections by licensed or certified electricians, beginning between January 1, 2025 and December 31, 2025, covering all electrical sources including ship-to-shore power pedestals, submersible pumps, and sewage pump-out facilities
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Requires permanent warning signage legible from 80 feet stating "ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD RISK: NO SWIMMING WITHIN 100 YARDS OF THE BOAT DOCK"
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Applies only to commercial marinas and boat docks; exempts privately owned structures used exclusively by owners or their guests for noncommercial purposes
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Takes effect 60 days after enactment
Legislative Description
In preliminary provisions, providing for prevention of electric shock, electrocution or injuries to users of marinas and docks.
Last Action
Referred to Game & Fisheries
6/9/2025