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Mississippi Boater Education Card (2026)

Conditional: Any person born after June 30, 1980 must complete an MDWFP-approved boater education course before operating a boat on Mississippi's public waterways.

ConditionalVerified Jul 7, 2026
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Boater Education Card in states bordering Mississippi

The same rule in each neighboring state LawLert has verified, from that state’s own official source.

  • AlabamaConditional

    Alabama requires a vessel operator's license to operate any motorized vessel; applicants pass an exam or show an approved boating-course certificate, and no one under 12 may operate.

    Verified Jul 7, 2026 · Source: alea.gov · Full Alabama rule →

  • ArkansasConditional

    Arkansas requires anyone born on or after Jan 1, 1986 (and of legal operating age) to complete an approved AGFC Boating Education Course and carry proof while operating a motorboat or sailboat.

    Verified Jul 7, 2026 · Source: agfc.com · Full Arkansas rule →

  • LouisianaConditional

    Louisiana requires anyone born after Jan 1, 1984 to complete an LDWF-approved boater education course to operate a motorboat over 10 hp or a personal watercraft.

    Verified Jul 7, 2026 · Source: wlf.louisiana.gov · Full Louisiana rule →

  • TennesseeConditional

    Any Tennessee resident born after Jan 1, 1989 must pass the TWRA Boating Safety exam and carry the Boating Safety Education Certificate.

    Verified Jul 7, 2026 · Source: tn.gov · Full Tennessee rule →

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