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MS HB1775

Bill

Status

Failed

10/2/2020

Primary Sponsor

John Read

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Origin

House of Representatives

2020 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Authorizes the City of Gautier governing authorities to permit golf carts and low-speed vehicles on public roads and streets with speed limits of 25 miles per hour or less through ordinance.

  • Requires operators to possess a valid driver's license and proof of insurance, and to comply with Mississippi traffic laws under Section 63-15-1 et seq.

  • Prohibits operation on interstate highways and highways designated in the city's comprehensive plan, except for crossing them via the shortest route; requires operation in outside lanes on multi-lane streets.

  • Requires registration of golf carts and low-speed vehicles with the city through a registration decal system valid for the duration of ownership.

  • Authorizes the city to establish and collect registration fees by ordinance, with fees deposited into the municipal general fund.

Legislative Description

City of Gautier; authorize low-speed vehicles and golf carts on certain public roads.

Last Action

Died In Committee

10/2/2020

Committee Referrals

Local and Private Legislation6/11/2020

Full Bill Text

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