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NM HB215
Bill
Status
Introduced
1/29/2026
Primary Sponsor
Luis Terrazas
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AI Summary
- Local and county elected authorities may authorize recreational off-highway vehicles and all-terrain vehicles to operate on paved streets and highways within their political boundaries through ordinance or resolution
- Removes the state transportation commission's authority to authorize off-highway vehicle operation on state-controlled roads, limiting authorization power to local and county governments
- Off-highway vehicles authorized for street use must have headlights, taillights, brakes, mirrors, and mufflers; operators must have valid driver's licenses, safety permits, and insurance
- Operators under 18 must wear safety helmets, and all operators must use eye protection complying with the Off-Highway Motor Vehicle Act
- Local and county authorities may establish separate speed limits and operating restrictions for off-highway vehicles on authorized paved roads
Legislative Description
Off-highway Vehicle Operating Authorization
Last Action
Not Printed
1/29/2026
Full Bill Text
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