AN ACT CONCERNING PUBLIC ACCESS TO WATERFRONT AREAS.

HB 6244 would require all publicly accessible waterfront areas (such as parks, docks, and riverfront spaces) to remain open to the public. It amends state statutes to mandate continuous public access to waterways, preventing closures of these spaces. The bill directly affects waterfront properties managed by state or local governments and public entities. Its key provision is a legal requirement ensuring ongoing access, rather than creating new access points. The purpose statement confirms this aims to secure public enjoyment of coastal and riverfront areas.