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Ms. Liane Randolph, 

As a native Californian, life long fisherman, and member of
Oceanside Senior Anglers, I am writing in opposition of the
California Air Resource Board's Proposed Amendments to the
Commercial Harbor Craft Regulation. 

The proposal is totally unrealistic and would negatively impact or
destroy the ability of thousands of people of all ages to enjoy
fishing, diving, or exploring the ocean's ecosystems. 

If the modifications required  were possible to implement in
existing vessels, the costs that would need to be passed down would
make passenger costs unaffordable to most. The moth-balling of
existing vessels and purchase of new "compliant" vessels would
generate the same results. 

Forcing these commercial craft to either drastically increase their
costs or close their business, in turn, is an economic disaster for
countless other individuals in related industries, as well as
conservation efforts supported by those that currently enjoy the
services these vessels provide. 

Oceanside Senior Anglers is a non-profit organization that raises
funds to take kids and military personnel out on recreational
fishing trips at no charge. We charter many day trips every year to
provide these life changing experiences.  We also charter many
vessels throughout the year for our members to affordably enjoy the
opportunity to fish for sport and table fare. 

Implementation of the proposed emission regulations would severely
restrict or render our club's ability to continue. 

The Board should rescind this proposal and thoughtfully create a
plan that the industry will be able to implement without creating
an economic disaster.  

Sincerely 

DC Bentley