Bill > A04060

This bill requires all mechanically propelled vessels to be equipped with propeller guards, which are defined as devices that encase a vessel's propeller to prevent accidental contact with people who come too close. Specifically, the bill amends the New York State Navigation Law by adding a new subdivision that mandates a protective guard around each propeller on a vessel. The purpose of the propeller guard is to enhance safety by creating a physical barrier that prevents inadvertent contact between a person and a spinning propeller, which could cause serious injury. The bill provides a clear definition of what constitutes a propeller guard and applies to all mechanically powered vessels. The implementation of this requirement will be phased in, with the law taking effect one year after it is enacted, giving vessel owners and operators time to comply with the new safety regulation.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A4060