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FL H0271

Bill

Official Source

Status

Failed

4/30/2021

Primary Sponsor

Tourism, Infrastructure and Energy Subcommittee

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Origin

House of Representatives

2021 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Amends section 327.395, Florida Statutes, to add two new required components to commission-approved boating safety education courses and temporary certificate examinations: information on risks of passengers placing appendages outside a vessel while underway, and proper use of engine cutoff switches for certain vessels.
  • Retains the existing requirement that courses and exams cover diving vessels, diver awareness, divers-down warning devices, and related requirements under s. 327.331.
  • Directs the Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission to incorporate all specified safety components into its boating safety campaigns and education materials.
  • Effective date of July 1, 2021.

Legislative Description

Boating Safety Education

Last Action

Died in Commerce Committee

4/30/2021

Committee Referrals

Commerce Committee4/5/2021
Tourism, Infrastructure and Energy Subcommittee2/3/2021

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