Varney...
I decided to bring it up again for discussion, now that Don has opened up the HB-162 forum. Your point is correct that you don't need to show a license to register your car... however, if your license is suspended, you cannot re-register your car. I do agree with you on the fact that I really don't want to put a sticker on my boat.
However...
The situation is such that I think it might be a good idea... If you go to ANY launch ramp on the lake, be it private or public, there is absolutely no mention of the fact that a Safe Boater Certificate is required to boat on Lake Winnipesaukee! There is a small plaque on the public ramps mentioning the 150' safe passage law... but thats it! So lots of people, daytrippers, weekenders, fisherman or anyone else who put thier boats in once in awhile don't have any idea that a certificate is required.
My points are:
1. Gives everyone, including MP a quick visual check to see if the boat in question is in fact owned (not necessarily driven) by a person who took a safe boating course and passed. It also identifies those who would be daytrippers or boat renters and insures they have at least been given the 20 question checklist and that the checklist is good for 14 days... after that a SBC will be required.
2. It adds revenue to the coffers of the MP to provide funding for more officers, better training and equipment.
Woodsy
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