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NC H1160
Bill
Status
Introduced
5/19/2020
Primary Sponsor
Jeffrey McNeely
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AI Summary
- Watercraft operators on Lake Norman must display a red or orange flag (minimum 12 inches by 12 inches) when any person leaves the boat and enters the water between sunrise and sunset, except for moored or anchored vessels
- Flag must be visible 360 degrees around the horizon and displayed only when an occupant has left the watercraft and entered the water; flag shall not be displayed while actively towing but must be redisplayed once towing ceases and the person re-enters the water
- No watercraft operator may knowingly operate within 50 yards of a displayed skier down flag at a speed exceeding no-wake speed
- Violation constitutes a Class 3 misdemeanor and is enforceable under G.S. 75A-17
- Applies only to Lake Norman waters in Catawba, Iredell, Lincoln, and Mecklenburg Counties; becomes effective April 1, 2021
Legislative Description
Lake Norman Skier Safety
Last Action
Ref to the Com on State and Local Government, if favorable, Rules, Calendar, and Operations of the House
5/19/2020
Committee Referrals
State and Local Government5/19/2020
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