# Natural Resources (GNR)

## Title 8. Waters

### Subtitle 7. State Boat Act

#### Section 8-703.2

(a) Notwithstanding any other provision of this subtitle, the Department may adopt boating regulations exclusively applicable to Jennings Randolph Lake.

(b) Regulations adopted under this section:

  (1) Shall be developed in coordination with the State of West Virginia;

  (2) Shall allow for joint enforcement of boating activities by Maryland and West Virginia authorities in accordance with the Jennings Randolph Lake Project Compact; and

  (3) May differ from Maryland boating laws that would otherwise apply.

(c) Regulations adopted under this section may:

  (1) Provide age limits for the operation of a vessel;

  (2) Establish vessel noise limits;

  (3) Impose safety requirements regarding vessels;

  (4) Impose other standards and requirements for the operation of a vessel;

  (5) Provide for rules of the road for vessels;

  (6) Provide requirements regarding the operation of personal watercraft;

  (7) Impose restrictions on the operation of vessels while towing an individual on water skis or similar devices; and

  (8) Address other areas pertaining to activities at the Jennings Randolph Lake Project that the Department considers appropriate.

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Md. Code Ann., Nat. Res. (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, October 16, 2026)