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MS SB2215

Bill

Status

Failed

3/2/2010

Primary Sponsor

Bob Dearing

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Origin

Senate

2010 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • All-terrain vehicle operators in Mississippi must possess either a valid driver's license or a certificate from an approved ATV safety course.
  • Persons under 16 years of age are required to wear a crash helmet meeting National Highway Traffic Safety Administration standards when operating an ATV on public property.
  • ATV safety courses are to be conducted by the Cooperative Extension Service using 4-H safety course materials, with instructors approved by the Department of Public Safety, and a reasonable fee charged to participants.
  • Violations are punishable by a fine of $25.00 to $50.00.
  • ATVs are defined as off-road motorized vehicles 50 inches or less in width, with an unladen dry weight of 600 pounds or less, traveling on three or more low-pressure tires with a straddled seat and handlebar steering; the act was set to take effect July 1, 2010.

Legislative Description

All-terrain vehicles; require competency training and helmets under a certain age.

Last Action

Died In Committee

3/2/2010

Full Bill Text

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