Changing the vessel length requirement in obtaining nonresident vessel permits.
Last action: 2025-05-12 — Effective date 9/1/2025.
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Official Description
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Bill Details
- Bill Number
- SB 5281
- Current Status
- Passed
- Sponsors
- Chapman, King, Liias, Harris, Nobles, Shewmake
- Chamber
- Senate
Floor Votes
| Date | Chamber | Motion | Result | Democrats | Republicans |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-02-19 | Senate | 3rd Reading & Final PassageESSB 5281 | Passed 48-0 1 not voting | 27 yes / 0 no | 19 yes / 0 no |
| 2025-04-15 | House | 3rd Reading & Final PassageESSB 5281 | Passed 94-3 1 not voting | 58 yes / 1 no | 36 yes / 2 no |
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