2022 House Bill 5961

Update registration and fee exemption for canoes and kayaks

Introduced in the House

March 23, 2022

Introduced by Rep. John Damoose (R-107)

To expand the canoe and kayak exemption to boat owners having to register and pay fees. Under current law the exemption applies to non-motorized canoes and kayaks up to 16 feet long. The bill would extend this 18 feet. Note: In the 1980s the state imposed this mandate and was forced to repeal it and issue refunds because of public objections. Also, many current canoes and kayaks are longer than 16 feet (and many are also longer than 18 feet).

Referred to the Committee on Natural Resources and Outdoor Recreation

May 26, 2022

Reported without amendment

Without amendment and with the recommendation that the bill pass.