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MN HF3014

Bill

Status

Passed

5/20/2016

Primary Sponsor

Dan Fabian

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Origin

House of Representatives

89th Legislature 2015-2016

AI Summary

  • Establishes definition of "autocycle" as a motorcycle with three wheels, steering wheel, antilock brakes, seating that does not require straddling, and federal safety compliance; includes autocycles within the motorcycle definition.

  • Permits persons with a standard driver's license to operate an autocycle without requiring a two-wheeled vehicle endorsement.

  • Requires seat belt use for drivers and passengers of autocycles equipped with seat belts, with $25 fine for violations by persons 15 years or older.

  • Exempts autocycle occupants from motorcycle protective headgear and eye-protective device requirements, and allows persons in enclosed cab autocycles to be exempt from parade headgear restrictions.

  • Clarifies driving rules to permit autocycle occupants to operate without sitting astride the seat and allows passengers of autocycles to sit in positions not available on traditional motorcycles.

Legislative Description

Autocycle regulations established.

Last Action

Secretary of State Chapter 114 05/19/16

5/20/2016

Committee Referrals

Rules and Administration4/18/2016
Public Safety and Crime Prevention Policy and Finance3/17/2016
Transportation Finance and Policy3/14/2016

Full Bill Text

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