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This bill amends Mississippi state law to expand the authority for operating golf carts and low-speed vehicles on public roads. Currently, only municipalities can authorize such vehicle operations, but this bill will now allow county boards of supervisors to also permit golf carts and low-speed vehicles on certain county roads. The bill requires operators to have a valid driver's license, proof of financial responsibility (like insurance), and mandates that these vehicles can only be operated in the outside lane of multilane roads and can cross state or federal highways only at the shortest possible point. Additionally, the bill establishes a registration process where owners must obtain a registration decal from their county or municipal tax collector by paying a reasonable administrative fee. The registration decal must be displayed on the left rear fender of the vehicle, and owners will receive a map showing the specific areas where these vehicles are permitted to operate. The registration will remain valid as long as the original owner owns the vehicle, and the registration fees will be deposited into the local government's general fund. The bill will take effect on July 1, 2025, giving local governments time to prepare for implementation.

Government Affairs

https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/2025/pdf/history/HB/HB0265.xml