The original instrument was prepared by Michelle D. Ridge. The following digest,
which does not constitute a part of the legislative instrument, was prepared by Cathy
Wells.
DIGEST
SB 104 Reengrossed 2018 Regular Session Allain
Present law provides for the licensing and regulation of marine products.
Present law defines "marine product" as a new or used watercraft, boat, marine motor, and a boat or
watercraft trailer.
Present law retains present law and excludes from the definition a new or used watercraft or boat
adapted to be powered only by the occupant's energy.
Proposed law excludes from the definition a watercraft designed for use primarily for commercial
or governmental purposes.
Effective August 1, 2018.
(Amends R.S. 32:1252(27))
Summary of Amendments Adopted by Senate
Committee Amendments Proposed by Senate Committee on Commerce, Consumer
Protection, and International Affairs to the original bill
1. Excludes from the definition of marine products a watercraft designed for use
primarily for commercial or governmental purposes and provides that such watercraft
shall not be subject to the regulations of the Motor Vehicle Commission.
Senate Floor Amendments to engrossed bill
1. Removes provision that a watercraft designed for use primarily for commercial or
governmental purposes shall not be subject to the regulations of the Motor Vehicle
Commission.