HB 5918 Connecticut House · 2025 Regular Session

AN ACT REQUIRING THE INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE OF SUNSCREEN DISPENSERS AT VISITOR CENTERS IN ALL STATE PARKS AND BEACHES.

HB 5918 requires the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection to install and maintain free sunscreen dispensers at all visitor centers in state parks and beaches. This policy directly affects visitors to these public recreational areas by providing accessible sunscreen to help protect against sun exposure. The bill mandates that the state department handle both the installation and ongoing maintenance of these dispensers. It focuses on a specific, practical health measure without broader regulatory changes. The law aims to support visitor safety as stated in its purpose.
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Introduced Jan 22, 2025 Last action Jan 22, 2025
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