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HB 503 Original 2023 Regular Session Cox
Abstract: Removes a requirement that the Department of Wildlife and Fisheries issue hull
identification numbers to vessels manufactured for sale within the state that do not qualify
for assignment of a United States Coast Guard hull identification number.
Present law requires the Dept. of Wildlife and Fisheries to provide hull identification numbers to
vessels that do not qualify for assignment of U.S. Coast Guard hull identification numbers, including
vessels that are homemade, vessels that have been substantially altered, vessels with obliterated or
incorrect identification numbers, and vessels manufactured for sale within the state.
Proposed law removes the requirement to issue hull identification numbers for vessels manufactured
for sale in the state that do not meet U.S. Coast Guard vessel manufacturing specifications.
(Amends R.S. 34:852.3(A)(intro. para.) and 852.13(A) and (B))