Representative Mauro, sponsor, introduced House Bill 26-1197. The bill continues the registration and regulation of water vessels by the Department of Natural Resources for ten years, until September 1, 2036, as recommended in the Department of Regulatory Agencies 2025 sunset review of the program. The sunset review can be found here: https://coprrr.colorado.gov/sites/coprrr/files/documents/2025SunsetWaterVesselRegistration.pdf.

Brian Phillips, representing Colorado Parks and Wildlife, testified in support of the bill. Mia Twinam, representing Colorado Parks and Wildlife, was available to answer committee questions. Mr. Phillips responded to questions from the committee.