AB198

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Sections 2-12 of this bill set forth certain requirements and restrictions concerning inflatable devices and certain businesses that operate such devices. Section 3 defines the term “inflatable device” to mean an air-filled device that: (1) incorporates certain structural and mechanical elements to achieve its strength, shape and stability by tensioning from internal air pressure; (2) is intended for use by a person to bounce, play, slide, climb or otherwise interact for outdoor recreation; and (3) includes a constant air inflatable bounce house, inflatable water slide or similar device. Section 5 defines the term “operator business” to mean a business entity which is engaged in the business of making inflatable devices available for use in this State and which employs, controls, directs or hires as an independent contractor an operator to act on behalf of the business entity. Section 4 defines the term “operator” to mean a person on-site at the location where an inflatable device is used who sets up, operates, maintains or supervises the use of the inflatable device on behalf of an operator business. Section 6 prohibits a person from engaging in the business of an operator business unless the person: (1) holds all applicable state and local business licenses; and (2) has obtained certain insurance or a surety bond in an amount of not less than $1,000,000. Section 7 requires an operator business to keep a logbook for any inflatable device that is made available for use by the