State recreational boating safety program

The Iowa Department of Natural Resources received a $1.6 million Formula Grant award from the U.S. Coast Guard under the Boating Safety Financial Assistance program (CFDA 97.012) to support the State Recreational Boating Safety Program from October 1, 2021 through September 30, 2024. The award will allow the Department to assume responsibility for boating safety education, assistance, and enforcement activities within Iowa. As the direct recipient, the Department will work with the Iowa Department of Agriculture as a sub-awardee to deliver programs that encourage participation in boating safety, reduce accidents and injuries, and gather data on recreational boating in the state. Key services provided through this funding include supporting the state's efforts to develop, carry out, and finance its recreational boating safety initiatives over the three-year period.