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LA HB592
Bill
Status
2/26/2026
Primary Sponsor
Chance Henry
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AI Summary
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Removes the requirement that parishes or municipalities must designate specific roads before utility terrain vehicles (UTVs) can operate on them, allowing UTVs statewide access to parish roads, state roads, and municipal streets by default.
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Operators must still comply with existing requirements: minimum age of 21, valid driver's license, and proof of liability insurance meeting R.S. 32:900(B) minimum limits.
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Local governmental subdivisions retain authority to regulate or restrict UTV operation on public roadways and may post signage providing notice of such restrictions.
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Prohibits UTV operation on or crossing any interstate highway in Louisiana.
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Amends R.S. 32:299.3(B)(1) and (F) and adds R.S. 32:299.3(B)(3).
Legislative Description
Removes the prohibition against utility terrain vehicles operating on parish roads without a designation by the parish or municipality
MTR VEHICLE/OFF ROAD
Last Action
Read by title, under the rules, referred to the Committee on Transportation, Highways and Public Works.
3/9/2026