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GA HB1460

Waters, ports, and watercraft; restrictions on operation of wake boats; provide


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Introduced
02/24/2022
In Committee
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
04/04/2022

Introduced Session

2021-2022 Regular Session

Bill Summary

AN ACT To amend Article 1 of Chapter 7 of Title 52 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to registration, operation, and sale of watercraft generally, so as to provide for restrictions on operation of wake boats; to provide for a maximum wake boat weight on certain lakes; to provide an exception; to provide for a definition; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

AI Summary

This bill amends Georgia's laws related to the registration, operation, and sale of watercraft. It provides a definition for "wake boats," which are vessels that generate large waves, and restricts the operation of such boats within 300 feet of certain areas, such as docks, shorelines, and public use areas. Additionally, the bill sets a maximum weight limit of 4,500 pounds for wake boats operating on specific lakes, with an exception for boats already in use prior to the law's enactment.

Committee Categories

Agriculture and Natural Resources

Sponsors (6)

Last Action

House Game, Fish, & Parks Committee (14:00 3/24/2022 406 CLOB HYBRID) (on 03/24/2022)

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