SB00452

An Act Concerning The Release Of Lighter-than-air Balloons.

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Connecticut SB00452 prohibits the sale of helium for lighter-than-air balloons starting October 1, 2028.

Connecticut SB00452, effective October 1, 2028, prohibits the sale, offer for sale, import, or distribution of helium intended for lighter-than-air balloons. The Commissioners of Energy and Environmental Protection and Consumer Protection are authorized to enforce this prohibition. The act aims to restrict the use of helium for balloons, effective from October 1, 2026.

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Sponsors

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Roll Call Votes

112 Yea

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36 Nay

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3 Absent

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Calendar

Mar 13

12:00 AM

Environment Public Hearing

History

May 27

Senate

Signed by the Governor

May 22

Senate

Transmitted to the Secretary of State

May 22

Senate

Transmitted by Secretary of the State to Governor