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TN HB0940
Bill
Status
3/16/2026
Primary Sponsor
Karen Camper
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AI Summary
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Children under 12 years old are prohibited from operating personal watercraft on Tennessee waters unless under direct supervision of an adult
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Youth ages 12-13 may operate personal watercraft independently only on weekdays (Monday-Friday), excluding legal holidays; adult supervision required on weekends and holidays
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Persons 14 years and older may operate personal watercraft at all permitted times without supervision restrictions
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"Direct supervision" is defined as being in close enough proximity to take immediate control of the vessel
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Takes effect January 1, 2027
Legislative Description
AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 69, Chapter 9, relative to personal watercraft.
Boats, Boating
Last Action
Effective date(s) 01/01/2027
3/16/2026