The bill amends Louisiana's boat registration laws, specifically R.S. 34:851.19 and 851.22(A), to clarify the requirements for numbering undocumented motorboats, houseboats, and sailboats. It mandates that every undocumented vessel operated on state waters must be numbered according to state or federal regulations, and the certificate of number must be displayed on the vessel. The bill emphasizes that no person may operate or permit the operation of an unnumbered vessel, ensuring compliance with both state and federally approved numbering systems.

Additionally, the bill revises the exemptions from the numbering system. It specifies that a motorboat is exempt if it is already covered by a valid federal number or a federally approved numbering system from another state, provided it has not been in Louisiana for more than ninety consecutive days. Other exemptions include foreign vessels temporarily using state waters, public vessels, and ship's lifeboats. The changes aim to streamline the registration process and enhance compliance with federal documentation and marking standards for vessels.

Statutes affected:
SB205 Original: 34:22(A)
SB205 Engrossed: 34:22(A)
SB205 Reengrossed: 34:22(A)
SB205 Enrolled: 34:22(A)
SB205 Act 363: 34:22(A)