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HB16-1315

Allow Seaplanes In State Parks Like Motorboats

Concerning an authorization for seaplanes to operate where motorboats may be operated.
Session:
2016 Regular Session
Subjects:
Natural Resources & Environment
Water
Bill Summary

Current state park law excludes seaplanes from the definition of a 'vessel', and applicable park rules essentially prohibit seaplanes from landing in or taking off from state park water bodies. The bill includes seaplanes in the definition of a 'vessel' ( sections 1 and 3 of the bill) and prohibits the commission's rules ( ), and those of municipalities and special districts ( section 5

(Note: This summary applies to this bill as introduced.)

Status

Introduced
Lost

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Sponsor Type Legislators
Prime Sponsor

Rep. J. Melton
Sen. N. Todd

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