New York A04000 requires vessels used for watersports involving towing to display a flag.

New York A04000 amends the navigation law by adding a new subdivision requiring vessels used for watersports that involve towing persons to display a flag. The flag must be colored international orange, at least twelve square inches in size, and mounted on a boarding handle or other safety handle. This amendment aims to ensure that operators of other vessels can reasonably determine if a person is being towed or is preparing to be towed. The act takes effect immediately upon enactment.

New York A04000 requires vessels used for watersports involving towing to display a flag.

New York A04000 amends the navigation law by adding a new subdivision requiring vessels used for watersports that involve towing persons to display a flag. The flag must be colored international orange, at least twelve square inches in size, and mounted on a boarding handle or other safety handle. This amendment aims to ensure that operators of other vessels can reasonably determine if a person is being towed or is preparing to be towed. The act takes effect immediately upon enactment.