Did you know that Florida has recently implemented a law that can impose hefty fines of up to $25,000 per occurrence on boat owners and businesses? Dubbed the "Carfax for Boats" law, it came into effect today! According to FL HB475, all boats classified as "Hull Damaged" are now required to have a hull damaged brand added to their title. This law introduces an additional layer of transparency and security when purchasing pre-owned boats in Florida, similar to the information consumers receive when buying used cars.

Starting July 1, 2023, if you are a boat owner, commercial business, or insurance agency operating in Florida and you damage a vessel without applying for a hull damaged title before transferring the ownership, you could face fines of up to $25,000 per occurrence!

The passing of this law in Florida was influenced by several key stakeholders, including Boat History Report, David Kennedy from BoatUS, David Dickerson from the National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA), as well as members of the Uniform Law Commission and the National Association of State Boating Law Administrators.

Caroline Mantel, our Director of Business Development, expressed her thoughts on the matter, stating, "The goal is to make boating safer; this includes boat buying and selling, being out on the water, laws that protect boaters, etc. Anything that makes boating safer helps the boating industry and other businesses associated with it."

While running a Boat History Report remains the best way to obtain the complete history of a boat, this new law represents a significant step forward for boating in Florida.
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For more information or any inquiries regarding this law, please contact Caroline Mantel at caroline@boathistoryreport.com.
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​If you're planning to buy a boat this summer, congratulations! You're in for a lot of fun and adventure on the water. However, before you get too excited about your purchase, there's an important step you should take: check the boat's history with Boat History Report.

Boat History Report is an online service that can help you avoid buying a boat with costly hidden problems. By looking up the boat's history with its Hull Identification Number (HIN), State Registration Number, or USCG Documentation, you can get a comprehensive report that checks for damage including accidents, hurricanes, fire, theft, run aground, submerged, total loss, registration history, title history, recalls, warranties, and more.

Why is checking a boat's history important? Just like with a car, a boat may have a hidden history of accidents or other problems that can affect its performance, safety, and value. For example, a boat that has been in a serious accident may have hidden damage to its hull or engine that can cause problems down the road. A boat that has been submerged in water may have corrosion or electrical issues that can be difficult and expensive to fix. And a boat that has been stolen and recovered may have a murky ownership history that can make it difficult to sell or insure.

By using Boat History Report, you can get a clear picture of a boat's history and avoid any surprises later on. The report is easy to order online, and you can get it within minutes. The cost is reasonable, especially compared to the potential costs of buying a boat with hidden problems.

So, if you're planning to buy a boat this summer, make sure to check its history with Boat History Report https://boathistoryreport.com/. It's a small investment that can pay off big time in the long run. Happy boating!

Bobby Boop
​Impellers.com