Dylan's Law mandates that information regarding United States Coast Guard approved personal flotation devices (PFDs) be provided under specific circumstances to enhance safety for vessel operators and users of personal watercraft. The bill amends existing regulations to require that the application for vessel registration with the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission includes details about the types of PFDs, their legal requirements, and recommendations for use. Applicants must acknowledge receipt of this information through a signature or electronic confirmation. Additionally, the Chief Administrator of the Motor Vehicle Commission is tasked with consulting relevant authorities to ensure the accuracy of the information provided.

The bill also stipulates that approved boating safety courses must include comprehensive instruction on PFDs, and any business selling or renting personal watercraft must provide customers with informational materials about these devices at the point of sale or rental. Customers are required to acknowledge that they have read this information. Furthermore, businesses must offer the option to purchase or rent a Type I PFD, which provides the highest level of buoyancy. This legislation aims to improve awareness and safety regarding life jackets, particularly in light of tragic incidents like the death of Dylan Geller, emphasizing the importance of understanding the differences between various types of PFDs.

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Introduced: 12:7-34.39, 12:7-60