New York S09829 amends navigation law to give right of way to nonmotorized boats and swimmers when meeting mechanically propelled vessels.

New York S09829 amends the navigation law to establish that when mechanically propelled vessels meet swimmers, kayaks, canoes, row boats, paddleboards, crew racing shells, or other nonmotorized boats or floatation devices, the nonmotorized vessels and swimmers shall have the right of way. The bill requires the operator of the mechanically propelled vessel to maintain a vigilant lookout and change course if necessary to avoid danger. This act takes effect immediately.

New York S09829 amends navigation law to give right of way to nonmotorized boats and swimmers when meeting mechanically propelled vessels.

New York S09829 amends the navigation law to establish that when mechanically propelled vessels meet swimmers, kayaks, canoes, row boats, paddleboards, crew racing shells, or other nonmotorized boats or floatation devices, the nonmotorized vessels and swimmers shall have the right of way. The bill requires the operator of the mechanically propelled vessel to maintain a vigilant lookout and change course if necessary to avoid danger. This act takes effect immediately.