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MI SB0812

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

2/26/2026

Primary Sponsor

Rosemary Bayer

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Origin

Senate

103rd Legislature

AI Summary

  • Defines "wake boat" as a vessel equipped with wake-enhancing equipment such as ballast tanks, bags, or mechanical systems designed to enhance wake characteristics
  • Prohibits operating a vessel in "wake sport mode" (with wake-enhancing equipment engaged) in waters less than 20 feet deep
  • Requires wake boats in wake sport mode to maintain at least 500 feet of distance from shorelines, docks, rafts, bathing areas, and moored or anchored vessels
  • Amends the Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act (1994 PA 451), specifically sections 80104 and 80146 governing watercraft definitions and speed limits

Legislative Description

Watercraft: other; wake boats; define and regulate. Amends secs. 80104 & 80146 of 1994 PA 451 (MCL 324.80104 & 324.80146).

Watercraft: other

Last Action

Referred To Committee On Natural Resources And Agriculture

2/26/2026

Committee Referrals

Natural Resources And Agriculture2/26/2026

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