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Failure to comply with boating regulations while under way is reckless operation. Improper anchorage can be construed as reckless operation if it creates a hazard to property or life.
Texas Parks and Wildlife is responsible for regulating Texas boating and water safety laws. The following vessels must be owned and registered in Texas. Sailing vessels 14 feet or more in length or sailing vessels with auxiliary engines.
The Iowa Department of Natural Resources is responsible for regulating the state boating laws in Iowa.
In Georgia, the agency that regulates state boating laws is the Georgia Department of Natural Resources (DNR), specifically through its Wildlife Resources Division. This division is responsible for enforcing boating regulations, managing waterways, and ensuring safe boating practices. They oversee licensing, safety courses, and compliance with federal and state boating laws.
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is responsible for regulating the state boating laws.
Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources is responsible for regulating the state boating laws in Kentucky.
The North Dakota Game and Fish Department is responsible for regulating the state boating laws in North Dakota .
In Washington State, the primary agency responsible for boating laws is the Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission, which oversees the state's boating program. Additionally, the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) enforces regulations related to fish and wildlife protection, which can impact boating activities. Local law enforcement agencies also play a role in enforcing boating laws on their respective waterways.
Failure to comply with boating regulations set down by the state or Coast Guard (in Navigable Rivers) while under way, constitutes reckless operation. Improper anchorage could also be construed as reckless operation if it can result in property damage or injury.
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