This bill establishes a framework for issuing boat permits specifically for boat liveries that provide watercraft for use on lakes managed by the United States Army Corps of Engineers along the Des Moines River. It mandates that boat livery owners must obtain sufficient permits before renting or leasing watercraft. To acquire these permits, owners must submit an application to the Department of Natural Resources (DNR), detailing the number of permits requested and any other relevant information. Each permit allows the use of one watercraft at a time, and the permits are valid for two years, with the possibility of revocation by a newly created three-member committee.

The bill also outlines the formation of a committee responsible for determining the number of permits to be issued and recommending safety rules for watercraft users. This committee will meet annually to review permit usage and requests, with the option to hold additional meetings as needed. Furthermore, the bill includes a retroactive applicability provision, stating that it applies to any rental or lease of watercraft on the specified lakes starting January 1, 2025.