H.B. No. 630 amends Section 31.055 of the Parks and Wildlife Code to introduce exceptions to the current regulations regarding certificates of title for certain outboard motors. The bill specifies that the subchapter does not apply to vessels with a valid marine document issued by the United States Coast Guard's National Vessel Documentation Center or a successor federal agency. Additionally, it establishes an exception for outboard motors that are at least 40 years old and have a capacity of no more than 25 horsepower.

The changes made by this bill aim to simplify the title certification process for older, less powerful outboard motors, thereby reducing regulatory burdens for owners of such vessels. The new provisions will take effect on September 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Parks and Wildlife Code 31.055 (Parks and Wildlife Code 31)
House Committee Report: Parks and Wildlife Code 31.055 (Parks and Wildlife Code 31)