§ 8-703.2
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§8–703.2.
(a)Notwithstanding any other provision of this subtitle, the Department may adopt boating regulations exclusively applicable to Jennings Randolph Lake.
(b)Regulations adopted under this section:
(1)Shall be developed in coordination with the State of West Virginia;
(2)Shall allow for joint enforcement of boating activities by Maryland and West Virginia authorities in accordance with the Jennings Randolph Lake Project Compact; and
(3)May differ from Maryland boating laws that would otherwise apply.
(c)Regulations adopted under this section may:
(1)Provide age limits for the operation of a vessel;
(2)Establish vessel noise limits;
(3)Impose safety requirements regarding vessels;
(4)Impose other standards and requirements for the operation of a vessel;
(5)Provide for rules of the road for vessels;
(6)Provide requirements regarding the operation of personal watercraft;
(7)Impose restrictions on the operation of vessels while towing an individual on water skis or similar devices; and
(8)Address other areas pertaining to activities at the Jennings Randolph Lake Project that the Department considers appropriate.