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AR HB1606

Bill

Status

Passed

4/21/2025

Primary Sponsor

Trey Steimel

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Origin

House of Representatives

95th General Assembly (2025 Regular)

AI Summary

  • Local governments (cities via ordinance, counties via executive order) may designate specific public streets and highways as open to utility task vehicle (UTV) operation within their jurisdiction

  • UTVs are defined as vehicles 80 inches or less in width, with four or more low-pressure tires, steering wheel, non-straddle seating, rollover protection, and designed for unimproved terrain travel

  • UTV operators on designated roads must have a valid driver's license, register the vehicle, maintain insurance meeting private passenger motor vehicle requirements, and carry proof of insurance

  • Required UTV equipment includes at least two headlamps, rear-facing turn signals, at least one brake light, and seatbelts

  • UTVs cannot operate on roads with speed limits exceeding 55 mph, divided four-lane highways, or roads in state parks; violations constitute a Class C misdemeanor

Legislative Description

To Allow A Local Government To Authorize The Operation Of A Utility Task Vehicle On A Designated Public Street Or Highway Within The Local Government's Jurisdiction Subject To Certain Requirements.

Last Action

Notification that HB1606 is now Act 922

4/21/2025

Committee Referrals

Public Transportation4/10/2025
Transportation, Technology & Legislative Affairs3/13/2025
Public Transportation2/26/2025

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