SB 371·CT·senate
AN ACT ESTABLISHING A PERSONAL FLOTATION DEVICE REQUIREMENT FOR CHILDREN UNDER THE AGE OF TWELVE WHILE ON PUBLIC DOCKS, WHARVES AND PIERS.
Reported by CommitteeFiled Feb 26, 2026
Sponsor: Ben Mcgorty
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FILE NO. 299
Apr 1, 2026
Summary
The bill mandates that every child younger than twelve must have a life jacket while on public docks, wharves, or piers throughout the state. It applies regardless of local ordinances and uses the federal definition of a personal flotation device. The goal is to improve water‑safety for young children in recreational waterfront areas.
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