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This bill requires the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) to conduct a comprehensive study of hydrilla, an invasive aquatic plant, in state lakes. Hydrilla is a highly aggressive, fast-growing water plant that can quickly overtake lakes and water bodies, potentially causing significant ecological damage by crowding out native plant species, reducing water quality, and impacting wildlife habitats. The study will specifically focus on assessing the current level of hydrilla infestation in state lakes, evaluating the ecological threats posed by the plant, and determining the financial resources needed to effectively remediate and control its spread. By mandating this research, the bill aims to provide state officials with critical information to develop targeted strategies for managing and potentially eradicating hydrilla from Connecticut's lakes, thereby protecting the state's aquatic ecosystems.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

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