AK HB31

Commercial vessels with valid U.S. Coast Guard documentation (under 46 U.S.C. 12101-12121) and a state fishing license (AS 16.05.490 or 16.05.530) are now exempt from Alaska boat numbering and registration requirements

Barges from other states with valid certificates of number are exempt from Alaska registration if operated for 60 consecutive days or less

Repeals the derelict vessel prevention program fund (AS 30.30.095, 30.30.096), redirecting proceeds from impounded vessel sales to the state general fund instead

Remaining balance in the derelict vessel prevention program fund will lapse into the general fund upon appropriation