An act relating to establishing the Aquatic Nuisance Prevention Pass for use of State waters

This bill creates a new Aquatic Nuisance Prevention Pass that requires all motorboats and nonmotorized vessels operating in Vermont's waters to display an annual decal. The pass costs $20 for Vermont residents, $40 for nonresidents, and $200 for businesses with up to 20 nonmotorized vessels, with revenue funding aquatic invasive species control efforts. Vessels operating in interstate waters can use equivalent decals from other states if those states have reciprocal agreements. The bill also establishes a special fund to support inspection stations, public signage, and grants to municipalities for managing aquatic nuisance species like zebra mussels and invasive plants.