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Draft boater‑safety bill would require a short annual course and include aquatic invasive‑species training
Summary
Representative Peterson introduced draft legislation requiring proof of completion of a short boater‑safety course (designed to be about 20 minutes on average) for boat rentals and annual compliance. The bill would fold aquatic invasive‑species education into the course. Public comment urged removing the strict 20‑minute cap and allowing 'proof on
Representative Jason Peterson introduced draft legislation to require boater‑safety education and aquatic invasive‑species instruction for people who operate rented or rental‑eligible watercraft. The bill would require individuals to complete a watercraft operator safety course annually and carry proof of completion when operating a boat.
Representative Peterson told the Senate Transportation Interim Committee the working group designed a concise, 20‑minute…
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