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MS HB282
MS HB282Golf carts and low-speed vehicles; allow municipalities to authorize operation on municipal streets.
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Introduced
01/28/2020
01/28/2020
In Committee
05/12/2020
05/12/2020
Crossed Over
03/04/2020
03/04/2020
Passed
Dead
06/09/2020
06/09/2020
Introduced Session
2020 Regular Session
Bill Summary
An Act To Authorize The Governing Authorities Of Municipalities To Allow The Operation Of Golf Carts And Low-speed Vehicles On Certain Public Roads And Streets Within The Municipality; To Require Individuals Operating A Golf Cart Or Low-speed Vehicle To Have A Valid Driver's License Or Temporary Driver's Permit And Proof Of Financial Responsibility; To Require Certain Registration Of Golf Carts And Low-speed Vehicles; To Amend Sections 27-19-3, 27-51-5 And 63-17-155, Mississippi Code Of 1972, In Conformity To The Preceding Sections; And For Related Purposes.
AI Summary
This bill authorizes municipalities in Mississippi to allow the operation of golf carts and low-speed vehicles (defined as four-wheeled electric or gasoline-powered vehicles with a top speed between 20 and 25 miles per hour) on certain public roads and streets within the municipality. Individuals operating these vehicles must have a valid driver's license or temporary permit and proof of financial responsibility. The bill requires registration of golf carts and low-speed vehicles with the municipality, with the registration fee retained by the municipal government. The bill also clarifies that golf carts and low-speed vehicles are excluded from the definitions of "motor vehicle" in certain existing state laws.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
Died In Committee (on 06/09/2020)
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