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Introduced
01/21/2025
01/21/2025
In Committee
02/18/2025
02/18/2025
Crossed Over
02/10/2025
02/10/2025
Passed
03/06/2025
03/06/2025
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
03/25/2025
03/25/2025
Introduced Session
2025 General Session
Bill Summary
General Description: This bill increases a fine for a person who operates a motorcycle without a motorcycle endorsement.
AI Summary
This bill amends Utah's motor vehicle licensing law to increase the fine for operating a motorcycle without a proper motorcycle endorsement. Specifically, the bill establishes a minimum fine of $350 for individuals who operate a motorcycle or motor-driven cycle without the required class D driver's license and motorcycle endorsement. The bill provides a mechanism for waiving this fine if the person obtains a motorcycle endorsement within 30 days of their court plea or sentencing, with the court having discretion to extend this period for good cause. The new fine is in addition to any other existing traffic violations and is part of broader regulations ensuring that motorcycle operators are properly licensed. The changes aim to encourage motorcycle riders to obtain the appropriate legal endorsement and enhance overall motorcycle safety by ensuring operators have proper training and certification. The bill is set to take effect on May 7, 2025, giving individuals time to comply with the new requirements.
Committee Categories
Transportation and Infrastructure
Sponsors (6)
Ariel Defay (R)*,
Heidi Balderree (R),
Joseph Elison (R),
Grant Miller (D),
Logan Monson (R),
Norm Thurston (R),
Last Action
Governor Signed in Lieutenant Governor's office for filing (on 03/25/2025)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://le.utah.gov/~2025/bills/static/HB0234.html |
| BillText | https://le.utah.gov/Session/2025/bills/enrolled/HB0234.pdf |
| Senate Committee Report HB0234 | https://le.utah.gov/Session/2025/comreport/HB234S10.pdf |
| House Committee Report HB0234 | https://le.utah.gov/Session/2025/comreport/HB234H10.pdf |
| Fiscal Note HB0234S01 | https://pf.utleg.gov/public-web/sessions/2025GS/fiscal-notes/HB0234S01.fn.pdf |
| Fiscal Note HB0234 | https://pf.utleg.gov/public-web/sessions/2025GS/fiscal-notes/HB0234.fn.pdf |
| BillText | https://le.utah.gov/Session/2025/bills/introduced/HB0234S01.pdf |
| Comparison to Sub #0 | https://le.utah.gov/Session/2025/bills/introduced/CP%20HB0234%20To%20HB0234S01.pdf |
| BillText | https://le.utah.gov/Session/2025/bills/introduced/HB0234.pdf |
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