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IL HB3669
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/24/2009
Primary Sponsor
Elaine Nekritz
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AI Summary
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Amends the Illinois Vehicle Code to establish requirements for motor vehicle hitches that extend 4 inches or more beyond the vehicle's rear bumper.
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Requires removal of the ball mount from the hitch receiver when the vehicle is not being used for towing if the hitch extends 4 or more inches beyond the rear bumper.
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Requires a bright red or orange cover on the hitch ball if the hitch is a single assembly that cannot be easily removed and extends 4 or more inches beyond the rear bumper.
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Defines key terms including "ball mount," "hitch receiver," and "motor vehicle hitch" for purposes of the regulations.
Legislative Description
VEH CD-TRAILER HITCHES-REMOVAL
Last Action
Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee
3/13/2009
Committee Referrals
Rules3/13/2009
Vehicles & Safety3/3/2009
Rules2/24/2009
Full Bill Text
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