Cold water life jacket requirement to take effect Nov. 1
David 
David
Senior Reporter · Erie, PA
With a decade of experience covering local government, David previously worked at WQLN NPR and holds a Master's degree in Public Affairs from the University of Pittsburgh. He has a passion for transparency and accountability in local governance, often unearthing stories that matter to Erie residents.
More from David →Senior Reporter · Friday, October 30, 2026 at 9:24 PM · 1 min read
Starting November 1, boaters throughout the state are required by law to wear life jackets on boats or watercraft less than 16 feet in length– that includes canoes, kayaks and paddleboards. The annual cold water life jacket requirement will go into effect Sunday, and the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission reminds boaters that even on [...]