2011 Senate Bill 818

Require standardized hazard warning system on public beaches

Introduced in the Senate

Nov. 10, 2011

Introduced by Sen. John Proos (R-21)

To require all public beaches to use a system of green, yellow or red flags to indicate water safety conditions, and post a sign explaining what the flags mean. Red danger flags would be displayed for strong riptide or “undertow” situations, or contaminated water.

Referred to the Committee on Outdoor Recreation and Tourism