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Montana committee hears debate over allowing towed water sports at night
Summary
Supporters told the House Fish, Wildlife and Parks Committee modern boats and illuminated gear make wake-surfing at night feasible; Fish, Wildlife and Parks opposed the bill on safety grounds, warning of reduced visibility and enforcement challenges. The committee later tabled HB 930 in executive action.
Representative (bill sponsor) brought House Bill 930 to the committee to allow tow‑towed water sports — wakeboarding, water skiing, and wake surfing — after dark under restrictions. "What house bill 9 30 does is allows for water sports at night," the sponsor told the committee and said an amendment would limit towing to 15 miles per hour and require riders to wear illuminated life jackets.
A proponent, Brad Longcake, said modern wake boats have powerful underwater and tower lighting that make night…
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