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OK HB1476

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/7/2011

Primary Sponsor

Don Armes

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Origin

House of Representatives

2011 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Amends Oklahoma law regarding all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) and recreational off-highway vehicles (ROVs) to expand helmet and safety requirements for operators and passengers under 18 years of age.

  • Modifies the definition of "all-terrain vehicle" and adds a new definition for "recreational off-highway vehicle" as vehicles with four or more nonhighway tires and specific steering mechanisms designed for off-highway use only.

  • Requires all persons under 18 operating or riding as passengers on ATVs or ROVs to wear crash helmets complying with federal safety standards (49 C.F.R., Section 571.218).

  • Prohibits ATV and ROV operators from carrying passengers unless the vehicle was specifically designed by the manufacturer to carry passengers in addition to the operator.

  • Establishes enforcement authority for park rangers and peace officers with fines not exceeding $25 and collected revenue directed to the Oklahoma Tourism and Recreation Department; applies only to public lands and excludes privately owned property.

Legislative Description

Motor vehicles; modifying definition; effective date.

Motor Vehicles and Transportation

Last Action

Authored by Senator Anderson (principal Senate author)

2/24/2011

Committee Referrals

Public Safety2/8/2011

Full Bill Text

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