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DE SB69

Bill

Status

Passed

7/30/2015

Primary Sponsor

David Sokola

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Origin

Senate

148th General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Defines "All Terrain Vehicle" (ATV) as a motorized off-highway vehicle with four low-pressure tires, a straddled seat, and handlebar steering, excluding farm vehicles, military/emergency vehicles, and construction equipment

  • Requires operators of 2-wheel and 3-wheel off-highway vehicles and all passengers to wear U.S. Department of Transportation-approved helmets with chin straps fastened, replacing previous ANSI standards

  • Mandates helmet use for all ATV operators and passengers under 18 years of age

  • Prohibits persons under 18 from operating an ATV while carrying passengers or from being a passenger on an ATV unless it was manufacturer-designed for passengers and operated by someone 18 or older

  • Establishes that violations of the helmet and minor operation requirements cannot be used as evidence of comparative or contributory negligence in civil suits or insurance claims

Legislative Description

An Act To Amend Title 21 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Registration And Control Of Off-highway Vehicles.

Last Action

Signed by Governor

7/30/2015

Committee Referrals

Public Safety & Homeland Security5/28/2015
Public Safety4/23/2015

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