The proposed bill establishes the "Uniform Certificate of Title for Vessels Act" in Oklahoma, creating a standardized process for titling vessels and outboard motors. It defines key terms such as "barge," "canoe," and "outboard motor," and outlines the application requirements for obtaining a certificate of title, which must be submitted by the owner. The bill also grants Service Oklahoma the authority to maintain records, process applications, and issue titles, while introducing provisions for electronic certificates of title and the conditions for canceling or rejecting titles. Additionally, it amends existing statutes to remove outdated references and clarify the administration of vessel titling, emphasizing compliance and record-keeping.

Furthermore, the bill addresses child support enforcement by allowing district courts and the Department of Human Services to revoke or suspend recreational licenses, including vessel titles, for noncompliant parents. It creates a Marine Enforcement Section within the Oklahoma Highway Patrol to enforce vessel title laws and clarifies definitions related to child support. The bill also modifies the terminology from "titled" to "registered" for vessels and motors, mandates registration within thirty days, and introduces electronic filing provisions. Overall, the legislation aims to enhance the regulatory framework for vessel titling and registration, improve compliance with child support obligations, and streamline the processes involved.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 63-4003, 63-4004, 63-4006, 63-4027, 63-4028, 63-4029, 63-4030, 63-4032, 63-4033, 63-4041, 63-4204, 63-4008, 63-204, 63-282, 63-2022, 63-4009, 63-205, 63-4012, 63-207, 63-4013