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USCG Boating Safety

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The U.S. Coast Guard's Boating Safety Division (CG-BSX-2) is dedicated to reducing loss of life, personal injury, property damage, and environmental impact associated with the use of recreational boats, through preventive means, in order to maximize safe use and enjoyment of U.S. Waterways by the public.