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MS HB1004

Bill

Status

Failed

2/1/2022

Primary Sponsor

William Arnold

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Origin

House of Representatives

2022 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Authorizes county boards of supervisors to permit golf carts and low-speed vehicles on designated public roads and streets within the county, matching existing municipal authority.

  • Requires operators to possess a valid driver's license or temporary driver's permit and proof of financial responsibility.

  • Prohibits operation on state and federal highways except for the shortest crossing distance; requires use of outside lanes on multilane roads.

  • Mandates registration of golf carts and low-speed vehicles with the county, with registration decals displayed on the left rear fender and remaining valid for the duration of ownership.

  • Dedicates all county registration fees solely to paying costs for repair, maintenance, and reconstruction of county roads and bridges, separate from general fund revenue.

Legislative Description

Counties; permit operation of golf carts and low-speed vehicles on certain public roads.

Last Action

Died In Committee

2/1/2022

Committee Referrals

County Affairs1/17/2022

Full Bill Text

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