Article 4 - Personal Flotation Devices

California Health and Safety Code — §§ 116023-116023.5

Sections (2)

Added by Stats. 2024, Ch. 307, Sec. 1. (AB 2146) Effective January 1, 2025.

For purposes of this article, “wearable personal flotation device” means a lifejacket, puddle jumper, water wings, or other flotation device designed to be worn or attached to the body of an infant or child.

Added by Stats. 2024, Ch. 307, Sec. 1. (AB 2146) Effective January 1, 2025.

On or after January 1, 2026, a person or entity shall not manufacture, sell, distribute, deliver, hold, or offer for sale in commerce in this state a wearable personal flotation device that is not approved by the United States Coast Guard.