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GA SB436

Bill

Status

Passed

4/30/2024

Primary Sponsor

Sam Watson

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Origin

Senate

2023-2024 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Revises the definition of "implement of husbandry" by changing the usage qualifier from "exclusively" to "primarily" for agricultural, horticultural, or livestock-raising operations, broadening the category of equipment that qualifies
  • Changes the terminology for where farm tractors and implements of husbandry may be operated from "state or local roadway" to "highway," expanding permissible areas of operation
  • Adds a new defined term, "operator," meaning any individual lawfully operating a farm tractor or implement of husbandry
  • Maintains the prohibition on farm tractors traveling on the Interstate Highway System, while preserving the Department of Public Safety's authority to permit such travel in certain geographic areas
  • Retains existing safety requirements, including compliance with lighting/equipment standards, reducing vehicle width as practicable, moving to the right for oncoming or following traffic, and the duty to drive with due regard for the safety of all persons

Legislative Description

Farm Use Vehicles; define a term

Last Action

Act 500

4/30/2024

Committee Referrals

Motor Vehicles2/20/2024
Agriculture and Consumer Affairs2/1/2024

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