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HB 54·UT·house

Boating Safety Education

Signed into LawFiled Dec 19, 2025
Sponsor: Mike Petersen (R)
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Governor Signed

Mar 25, 2026

Summary

The bill creates a state‑run watercraft operator safety course that must be completed each calendar year before a person can legally operate a motorboat or sailboat. It also obligates rental companies to verify proof of completion or provide a safety briefing. The goal is to improve boating safety, prevent impaired operation, and protect waterways from invasive species.

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