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.