{"code":"HNC","codeName":"Harbors and Navigation Code","section":"656.4","citation":"Harb. & Nav. Code, § 656.4","status":"in-force","lawOn":"2026-09-28","headings":[{"name":"DIVISION 3. VESSELS [399. - 786.]","url":"https://blackletter.si/harbors-and-navigation-code/division-3"},{"name":"CHAPTER 5. Operation and Equipment of Vessels [650. - 774.4.]","url":"https://blackletter.si/harbors-and-navigation-code/division-3/chapter-5"},{"name":"ARTICLE 1. Operation and Equipment [650. - 674.]","url":"https://blackletter.si/harbors-and-navigation-code/division-3/chapter-5/article-1"}],"history":"Added by renumbering Section 685.4 by Stats. 1967, Ch. 842.","effective":null,"html":"<p>The department is authorized to develop a program of public information and research in the interest of reducing loss of life and property in the operation of vessels covered by this chapter.</p>","text":"The department is authorized to develop a program of public information and research in the interest of reducing loss of life and property in the operation of vessels covered by this chapter.","otherVersions":[],"url":"https://blackletter.si/harbors-and-navigation-code/operation-and-equipment-656-4","source":"California Legislative Information bulk export (pubinfo)"}