USGA Proposed Rule Changes

On March 1, 2017, the USGA proposed rule changes that will modernize the way golfers play the game. These rules will focus in on the following areas (as described from USGA.org):

  • Ball at Rest
  • Ball in Motion
  • Taking Relief
  • Areas on the Course
  • Equipment
  • Playing a Ball
  • When to Play During a Round
  • Player Behavior

For more details on the proposed rule changes, please visit the “Major Proposed Changes” part of the USGA Rules Hub on USGA.org.