California Air Resources Board

2015

In 2015 Evaporative Emission Regulations were put into place as well as test procedures to test evaporative emissions produced by Spark-Ignition Marine Watercraft.

• Final Regulation Order
• 2015 Rulemaking Activity
• AB1085 Compliance

2011

In 2011 the California Exhaust Emission Standards and Test Procedures for 2001 Model Year and Later Spark-Ignition Marine Engines were amended to harmonize with the U.S. EPA and maintain the stringency of the tests.  

• Amendments to Spark Ignition Marine Engine Regulations
• 2011 Rulemaking Activity

2008

In 2008 the Board relaxed exhaust emissions standards.  To offset the increase in allowable emissions, small boat manufacturers were required to install carbon canisters on watercraft with high performance engines.  

• Final Regulation Order
• 2008 Rulemaking Activity

2005

In 2005 the Board allowed additional time for manufacturers to comply with the new more stringent exhaust emissions standards.

• Final Regulation Order
• 2005 Rulemaking Activity

2001 - 2002

In 2002 the Board implemented exhaust emissions standards and required that On-Board Diagnostics be included in stern drive and inboard powered watercraft.  

• Final Regulation Order - Spark Ignition Marine Engine Requirements
• 2002 Rulemaking Activity

1999-2000

In 2000 the Board implemented labeling rules which require that watercraft have a hang tag explaining the emissions equipment that is installed.  

• Final Regulation Order dated June 20, 2000
• 1999-2000 Rulemaking Activity