S 224 Vermont Senate · 2025-2026 Regular Session

An act relating to the management of the State’s lakes

This bill allows municipalities that own or control all land around a public water source (used as a drinking water supply) to regulate that water's use through approved local bylaws. It also requires wakeboat owners to designate a single "home lake" for the calendar year, restricting operation to that lake unless the boat is decontaminated before moving to another water body. These provisions aim to protect water quality and prevent the spread of invasive species. The bill directly affects local governments managing public water systems and wakeboat operators.
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Introduced Jan 8, 2026 Last action Jan 8, 2026
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Jan 8, 2026
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