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HB 7915·RI·house

AN ACT RELATING TO WATERS AND NAVIGATION -- REGULATION OF BOATS

IntroducedFiled Feb 27, 2026
Sponsor: Chippendale
Latest Action

04/07/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study

Apr 7, 2026

Summary

The bill amends the state's boat registration law, setting a fee schedule based on a boat's overall length and adding a $5 biennial (or $2.50 annual) surcharge that goes into a dedicated freshwater lake fund. It also includes provisions for nonprofit owners, annual payments for vessels over 30 feet, transfer fees, and requirements for displaying and maintaining registration numbers. The changes aim to fund freshwater preservation and improve record‑keeping.

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