As an avid kayak fisherman myself, I agree and disagree. This is a common sense situation and if necessary one should be worn, otherwise they should be on the vessel, IMO. If they are going to change this law, then they should have to change helmets are A REQUIREMENT at all times while operating a motorcycle in CT. Its the same idea. I do not wear my PFD at all times, and I feel it should be a choice during the season. I feel as though your having a comfort factor taken away by making people HAVE to wear them.