HB436 Summary

• Proposes a constitutional amendment authorizing municipalities in Butler County to permit limited golf cart operation on designated municipal streets and public roads with a maximum posted speed limit of 25 miles per hour.

• Requires golf cart operators to possess a valid driver's license and cart owners to maintain liability insurance with the same limits as motor vehicles.

• Mandates golf carts be equipped with headlights, brake lights, turn signals, and a windshield, and establishes operational restrictions including prohibition on overtaking, lane-splitting, and operating two or more abreast.

• Authorizes municipalities to inspect golf carts for safety equipment, issue permits upon payment of a fee, and enact more restrictive ordinances; permits civil penalties up to $50 for unauthorized operation.

• Allows municipalities to authorize golf cart use for civic events and fundraising purposes for periods not exceeding 80 hours under less restrictive conditions.