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Introduced
01/27/2023
01/27/2023
In Committee
01/27/2023
01/27/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
04/12/2024
04/12/2024
Introduced Session
2023-2024 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT Relating to modifying boater safety and education 2 requirements; amending RCW 79A.60.010, 79A.60.630, and 79A.60.640; 3 adding a new section to chapter 79A.60 RCW; and creating a new 4 section. 5
AI Summary
This bill establishes a new safety education program for operators of human-powered vessels, such as canoes, kayaks, and stand-up paddleboards. The bill requires the Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission to develop and implement a program by January 1, 2024, which will include an education course, an equivalency exam, and the issuance of "paddle education cards" for those who complete the requirements. The bill also updates the existing boater safety education program, including provisions for card renewal and a digital option for the cards.
Committee Categories
Agriculture and Natural Resources
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
By resolution, reintroduced and retained in present status. (on 01/08/2024)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://app.leg.wa.gov/billsummary?BillNumber=5597&Year=2023&Initiative=false |
| Fiscal Note - 5597 SB (Final) | https://fnspublic.ofm.wa.gov/FNSPublicSearch/GetPDF?packageID=66442 |
| Senate Bill Report | https://lawfilesext.leg.wa.gov/biennium/2023-24/Pdf/Bill%20Reports/Senate/5597%20SBR%20AWNP%20TA%2023.pdf |
| Senate Bill Report (Orig.) | https://lawfilesext.leg.wa.gov/biennium/2023-24/Pdf/Bill%20Reports/Senate/5597%20SBA%20AWNP%2023.pdf |
| BillText | https://lawfilesext.leg.wa.gov/biennium/2023-24/Pdf/Bills/Senate%20Bills/5597.pdf |
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