HB244Introduced in the House of Delegates
Natural Resources – Vessel Transfers – Transfer–on–Death Beneficiary Designation
Introduced by Environment and Transportation
What does this bill do?
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Official description
Authorizing an individual who is the sole owner of a certain vessel to apply to the Department of Natural Resources to designate a beneficiary to take ownership of the vessel on the death of the owner; requiring a designated beneficiary who survives the owner of a vessel to apply to the Department for a new certificate of title for the vessel; and requiring an application for a certificate of title for a vessel to contain certain information.
Where it stands
Withdrawn by Sponsor
February 16, 2026
How did lawmakers vote?
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Bill history
Pre-filed
First Reading Environment and Transportation
Hearing 2/11 at 1:00 p.m.
Hearing canceled
Hearing 2/12 at 1:00 p.m.
Hearing canceled
Withdrawn by Sponsor
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