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IN HB1077
Bill
Status
Introduced
1/5/2026
Primary Sponsor
Dave Heine
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AI Summary
- Persons towed by a motorboat (water skiers, wakeboarders, etc.) must wear a personal flotation device
- Boats operating on inland lakes of 5 or more acres must travel in a counter-clockwise direction when reasonably possible
- Towing of persons or objects by motorboat is prohibited between sunset and sunrise, except for towing distressed boats
- A bright orange or red safety flag (minimum 12" x 12") must be displayed when a towed person enters the water or during preparation for towing/retrieval
- Violations constitute a Class C infraction; effective date is July 1, 2026
Legislative Description
Boating issues.
Last Action
First reading: referred to Committee on Natural Resources
1/5/2026
Committee Referrals
Natural Resources1/5/2026
Full Bill Text
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