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IA HF697
Bill
Status
2/28/2025
Primary Sponsor
Transportation
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AI Summary
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Amends Iowa Code Section 321I.14 to create an exception to the prohibition against operating an all-terrain vehicle (ATV) with more passengers than the vehicle was designed to carry
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Allows ATVs modified to carry one additional passenger if the modification uses an aftermarket product or original equipment manufacturer (OEM) product specifically designed for that purpose
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Requires the passenger-carrying modification to be designed for the specific type of ATV and manufactured for commercial sale
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Current law already exempts ATVs operated as part of a farm operation from passenger limits; this bill adds a second exemption for properly modified vehicles
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Violating ATV passenger limits remains a simple misdemeanor with a scheduled fine of $135
Legislative Description
A bill for an act relating to the operation of an all-terrain vehicle modified to carry an additional person as a passenger.(Formerly HF 540.)
Last Action
Referred to Transportation. H.J. 895.
4/3/2025