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Office of Boating Safety

Welcome to the Office of Boating Safety (OBS).
OBS delivers prevention-based programs and vital information for users and builders of recreational boats.

Important News

New requirements for safety equipment and pleasure craft licensing came out on May 12, 2010. To find out how these new requirements may affect you, we recommend that you check out this information.  

Attention Boaters: There Are Changes In Applying For A Pleasure Craft Licence

Attention: Information for Boat Dealers

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