Plain English Breakdown
The source material indicates the bill passed both chambers and reached final enrollment in one section, but also lists 'House Withdrawn, Recommitted' as the last action. This creates uncertainty about whether the bill is currently active or dead.
HB556: Rules for Boat Liveries and Education Courses
This bill proposes to change Georgia law regarding boat rental businesses, education courses for operators, definitions of key terms, and penalties.
What This Bill Does
- Amends Code Section 52-7-8.3 concerning the operation of watercraft, identification requirements, and rules for minors operating boats.
- Provides new provisions specifically for boat liveries (rental services).
- Establishes education courses related to operating watercraft.
- Includes definitions for terms used in these laws.
- Sets penalties for violations.
Who It Names or Affects
- Boat liveries, which are businesses that rent out watercraft.
- People who operate watercraft, including minors.
- The Georgia Game, Fish & Parks Committee, which reviewed the bill.
Limits and Unknowns
- The official text provided does not list specific fine amounts or detailed course requirements.
- No effective date is listed in the source material.
- The last recorded action was 'House Withdrawn, Recommitted,' meaning the bill may not become law.