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New York Life Jacket Rules (2026)
Conditional: In New York, any youth under 12 on a boat 65 feet or less in length must wear a Coast Guard-approved life jacket (does not apply if in a fully enclosed cabin).
ConditionalVerified Jul 7, 2026
In New York, any youth under 12 on a boat 65 feet or less in length must wear a Coast Guard-approved life jacket (does not apply if in a fully enclosed cabin).
Official source: parks.ny.gov →
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