HB930

Revise watercraft laws related to nighttime boating and skiing

Failed·5/20/25
Introduced Text

Montana HB930 revises watercraft laws to allow nighttime waterskiing and surfing with proper illumination.

Montana HB930 amends watercraft laws to allow nighttime waterskiing and surfing if the vessel and person being towed are properly illuminated. It requires an observer for operators under 18. The Fish and Wildlife Commission will adopt rules for safe towing and illumination. The bill also appropriates $1,000 for rule development and information dissemination.

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Roll Call Votes

43 Yea

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49 Nay

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8 Absent

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Calendar

Apr 1, 2025

3:00 PM

House Fish, Wildlife and Parks Hearing

History

May 20, 2025

House

(H) Died in Process

Apr 9, 2025

House

(H) Missed Deadline for Appropriation Bill Transmittal

Apr 3, 2025

House

(H) Fiscal Note Printed