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ID H0013
Bill
Status
Passed
3/17/2025
Primary Sponsor
Transportation and Defense Committee
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AI Summary
- Exempts UTVs equipped with roll cages and seat belts from the safety helmet requirement that applies to operators and riders under 18 years of age
- Requires all UTV operators and passengers aged 16 or younger to wear properly fastened safety restraints while the vehicle is in motion
- Citations may be issued to both the young occupant who fails to wear a restraint and to the UTV operator responsible for them
- Violations carry a $50 fine but do not add violation points to driving records or affect motor vehicle insurance rates
- Effective July 1, 2025, under an emergency declaration
Legislative Description
Amends existing law to exempt UTVs that are equipped with a roll cage and seat belts from safety helmet requirements.
RULES OF THE ROAD
Last Action
Reported Signed by Governor on March 14, 2025 Session Law Chapter 73 Effective: 07/01/2025
3/17/2025
Committee Referrals
Transportation1/24/2025
Transportation and Defense1/16/2025
Full Bill Text
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