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NC S146

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/24/2025

Primary Sponsor

Kevin Corbin

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Origin

Senate

2025-2026 Session

AI Summary

  • Prohibits wake surfing within 500 feet of the shoreline, structures, moored vessels, kayaks, canoes, paddleboards, or swimmers on Lake Glenville in Jackson County
  • Defines wake surfing as operating a motorboat with added stern weight (water-filled tanks or ballasts) to create artificially enlarged wakes for towed surfers
  • Violations constitute a Class 1 misdemeanor with a minimum fine of $100 in addition to other applicable penalties
  • Enforcement authority granted to Wildlife Resources Commission officers, sheriffs, deputy sheriffs, and other peace officers with general jurisdiction
  • Effective October 1, 2025

Legislative Description

Lake Glenville/Restrict Wake Surfing

Crimes

Last Action

Ref To Com On Rules and Operations of the Senate

2/25/2025

Committee Referrals

Rules and Operations of the Senate2/25/2025

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