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HR 6186
Overview: HR 6186, a House resolution creating a task force to study and define the term "houseboat," was introduced on November 20, 2025 and is scheduled for a hearing and/or cons
Overview: HR 6186, a House resolution creating a task force to study and define the term "houseboat," was introduced on November 20, 2025 and is scheduled for a hearing and/or consideration on May 6, 2025.
Purpose and Intent: The resolution aims to establish a task force to study and provide a clear definition of the term "houseboat" to ensure consistent application and regulation of these types of vessels.
Key Provisions:
- Creates a task force composed of representatives from the U.S. Coast Guard, the Army Corps of Engineers, and other relevant federal agencies.
- Directs the task force to study the various types of vessels and structures that are considered "houseboats" and develop a comprehensive definition.
- Requires the task force to submit a report to Congress with its findings and recommendations within one year of the resolution's enactment.
Affected Parties and Impacts: This resolution would primarily affect the houseboat industry, including manufacturers, owners, and operators, as well as federal agencies responsible for regulating and overseeing these types of vessels. A clear definition of "houseboat" could have implications for zoning, permitting, and other regulatory requirements.
Procedural and Timeline Considerations: The resolution is currently scheduled for a hearing and/or consideration on May 6, 2025. If passed, the task force would have one year to complete its study and submit a report to Congress.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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