RCW 79A.05.310
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The state parks and recreation commission shall:
(1)Coordinate a statewide program of boating safety education using to the maximum extent possible existing programs offered by the United States power squadron and the United States coast guard auxiliary;
(2)Adopt rules in accordance with chapter 34.05 RCW, consistent with United States coast guard regulations, standards, and precedents, as needed for the efficient administration and enforcement of this section;
(3)Enter into agreements aiding the administration of this chapter;
(4)Adopt and administer a casualty and accident reporting program consistent with United States coast guard regulations;
(5)Adopt and enforce recreational boating safety rules, including but not necessarily limited to equipment and navigating requirements, consistent with United States coast guard regulations;
(6)Coordinate with local and state agencies the development of biennial plans and programs for the enhancement of boating safety, safety education, and enforcement of safety rules and laws; allocate money appropriated to the commission for these programs as necessary; and accept and administer any public or private grants or federal funds which are obtained for these purposes under chapter 43.88 RCW; and
(7)Take additional actions necessary to gain acceptance of a program of boating safety for this state under the federal boating safety act of 1971.
[ 1998 c 245 s 66 ; 1994 c 151 s 3 ; 1984 c 183 s 4 ; 1983 2nd ex.s. c 3 s 52 . Formerly RCW 43.51.400 .]
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Penalties for violations: RCW 88.02.380 .