Additional Information Sources
Public and private organizations, media outlets, non-profits, scholars, legislators, and municipalities have invested much time, effort, and money researching and reporting on boating issues. Here are some of those sources that may be useful for research, discussions, and decisions.
National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) Advocacy
NMMA advocates on behalf of its more than 1,300 members to protect and expand the recreational boating industry in the United States, Canada, and around the world. NMMA member companies produce more than 80 percent of the boats, engines, trailers, marine accessories, and gear used by millions of boaters in North America. The NMMA Advocacy page shares economic data on the boating industry.
Boat US Advocacy
BoatUS uses the collective strength of over a half a million members to fight against unfair taxes and regulations, all the while advocating sound public policy that promotes safe, responsible boating. Issues for BoatUS are as diverse as boating safety funding and regulation, boating access and facilities enhancement, navigational charts, marine communications, channel maintenance, environmental policy, fisheries management, construction standards for boats and marine weather forecasting. Their Advocacy page provides State Legislative bill tracking, helpful during sessions when boaters rights are being threatened.
2023 Biscayne Bay Economic Impact Report
In 2022 and 2023, Miami-Dade County partnered with the South Florida Water Management District to update their 2005 study. The 2022 study focused on various economic contributions from Biscayne Bay, including those from recreation, commercial fishing, and PortMiami operations, with the new addition of the impact on residential property values.
Florida State Senate
Home page for the State of Florida Senate including district maps, representative information, and proposed legislation.
Florida State House of Representatives
Home page for the State of Florida House of Representatives including district maps, representative information, and proposed legislation.
Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC)
Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission information page including offices, leadership, rules & regulations, and proposed legislation.
Boaters' Rights Advocacy Coalition Information Presentation Deck
A detailed slide deck about the coalition and its position, purpose, economic data and impact, existing programs and options used to educate members and legislators when meeting.
Boaters' Rights Advocacy Coalition Information One-Page Outline
A one-page outline about the coalition and its position, purpose, economic data and impact, existing programs and options used to quickly educate members and legislators when meeting.