Digest: The Act redefines "charter guide" and defines "crew member." The Act says folks must register with SMB before acting as a crew member. The Act ups the fee for all outfitters and guides, but the fee does not change until November. The Act becomes law 91 days after sine die. (Flesch Readability Score: 79.4). [Digest: The Act redefines "charter guide." The Act ups the fee for all outfitters and guides, but the fee does not change until November. The Act becomes law 91 days after sine die. (Flesch Readability Score: 82.3).] Modifies the definition of "charter guide" for purposes of outfitter and guide laws. Requires a person to register with the State Marine Board before acting as a crew member. Defines "crew member" for the purposes of outfitter and guide laws. Increases the registration fee for all outfitters and guides. Becomes operative November 1, 2025. Takes effect on the 91st day following adjournment sine die.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 704.010, 704.020, 704.900
A-Engrossed: 704.010, 704.020, 704.900, 704.035, 704.040