HB 5273·CT·house
AN ACT REQUIRING CHILDREN UNDER THE AGE OF TWELVE TO WEAR PERSONAL FLOTATION DEVICES ON DOCKS, WHARFS AND PIERS.
Reported by CommitteeFiled Feb 19, 2026
Sponsor: Joseph P. Gresko (D)
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FILE NO. 15
Mar 11, 2026
Summary
The bill mandates that any child younger than twelve must wear a personal flotation device while on any public dock, wharf, or pier in the state. It applies statewide and overrides any local ordinances that might conflict. The purpose is to improve water‑related safety for young children.
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