New York governor proposes oversight after fatal tour boat accident.

New York Governor Kathy Hochul plans to propose legislation that would give the state regulatory authority over boats operating in caves and similar waterways following a fatal tour boat accident in an underground water tunnel off the Erie Canal. The Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation currently regulates commercial boats but lacks authority to inspect those operating on non-navigable waters, like in the privately owned Lockport Cave. The proposed legislation aims to close this loophole and ensure passenger safety on boats in caves.