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OK HB1476
Bill
Status
2/7/2011
Primary Sponsor
Don Armes
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AI Summary
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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.
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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.
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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).
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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.
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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