No. 28509: R651-206. Carrying Passengers for Hire

DAR File No.: 28509
Filed: 02/13/2006, 03:30
Received by: NL

 

NOTICE OF REVIEW AND STATEMENT OF CONTINUATION

Concise explanation of the particular statutory provisions under which the rule is enacted and how these provisions authorize or require the rule:

Section 73-18-4 allows the board to promulgate rules and set fees regarding Vessel Operator Permits and River Guide Permits for the waters of the State of Utah. Giving direct instructions how to obtain one or both permits, who is eligible, the costs associated with obtaining the permit, any age restrictions and it has been an invaluable tool in maintaining, operating and sustaining the waterways with guides who are knowledgeable and have the legal permits to operate vessels on State of Utah waterways.

 

Summary of written comments received during and since the last five-year review of the rule from interested persons supporting or opposing the rule:

No written comments have been received.

 

Reasoned justification for continuation of the rule, including reasons why the agency disagrees with comments in opposition to the rule, if any:

Without this rule, there would be no education, or responsibilities for those who want to do business carrying passengers and charging fees. There would be no accountability for them to obey or regulations by which they can and can't operate such vessels both on lakes and guides or services on rivers as well in this State. This rule should be maintained and renewed for another five-year period to ensure the safest possible way to regulate those carrying passengers for hire.

 

The full text of this rule may be inspected, during regular business hours, at the Division of Administrative Rules, or at:

Natural Resources
Parks and Recreation
1594 W NORTH TEMPLE
SALT LAKE CITY UT 84116-3154

 

Direct questions regarding this rule to:

Dee Guess at the above address, by phone at 801-538-7320, by FAX at 801-537-3144, or by Internet E-mail at [e-mail]

 

Authorized by:

Steve Roberts, Deputy Director (Legislation)