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AB 2055: Vessels: operation: registration.

California · Assembly · 2025–2026 Regular Session · last verified August 31, 2026

What AB 2055 does, verified August 31, 2026

This bill amends certain sections of the California law to expand the definition of a "for-hire vessel" to include any vessel propelled by machinery carrying one or more passengers for hire. This change would impose a state-mandated local program. The bill also adds a requirement for vessels to display a ski flag when towing a skier and a swimmer is present, making failure to do so an infraction punishable by a fine not exceeding $15. Additionally, the bill requires every vessel using California waters to be registered with the Department, to the extent permissible under federal law, imposing a state-mandated local program. The bill prohibits courts from dismissing or suspending proceedings against a person charged with operating a vessel under the influence of alcohol or drugs, similar to existing laws governing vehicle operations. Finally, the bill authorizes peace officers to issue w…

Bill journey
IntroducedComplete
In CommitteeComplete
First Chamber FloorComplete
4Second ChamberCurrent
5GovernorPending
6ChapteredPending
Last action: In Assembly. Concurrence in Senate amendments pending. (2026-08-27)Alert me
Recent actions22 total · showing 5
Aug. 27, 2026In Assembly. Concurrence in Senate amendments pending.
Aug. 27, 2026Read third time. Passed. Ordered to the Assembly. (Ayes 39. Noes 0.).
Aug. 25, 2026Ordered to special consent calendar.
Aug. 17, 2026Read second time. Ordered to third reading.
Aug. 13, 2026Read second time and amended. Ordered returned to second reading.
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