SB2972

BOATS-INSURANCE REQUIRED

Final Passage·5/21/26

Illinois SB2972 mandates insurance for motorboats over 50 horsepower and personal watercraft.

Illinois SB2972 amends the Boat Registration and Safety Act to require owners of motorboats exceeding 50 horsepower or personal watercraft to carry evidence of a liability insurance policy with at least $50,000 coverage per occurrence. The evidence must be legible and sufficient to demonstrate current coverage, and may include an insurance card, declarations page, binder, certificate, or receipt. Violators face fines and misdemeanor charges. The Department of Natural Resources can adopt rules to implement this provision.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed both chambers · May 21
Current
Awaiting the Governor
Next
Signature or veto

Sponsors

DD
2
0
Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

May 13

10:00 AM

House Transportation: Vehicles & Safety Committee Hearing

May 6

10:00 AM

House Transportation: Vehicles & Safety Committee Hearing

History

Jun 18

Senate

Sent to the Governor

May 21

House

Third Reading - Short Debate - Passed 080-022-003

May 21

Senate

Passed Both Houses