Bill > HB1127

This bill allows owners of surplus military vehicles to register and drive their vehicles on public highways in Colorado, starting January 1, 2026. The legislation amends existing motor vehicle laws to define "surplus military vehicles" and establish a framework for their registration and operation. Specifically, the bill requires that surplus military vehicles comply with driver's license regulations, vehicle registration requirements, and traffic laws when registered. Owners who choose to register their surplus military vehicles will be subject to the same licensing, registration, and traffic regulations as other motor vehicles. The term "surplus military vehicle" is referenced but not fully defined in the provided text, though it is noted to have a specific definition in another section of Colorado law. The bill will take effect after the standard 90-day legislative period, with a potential voter referendum in November 2026 if challenged, and will apply to offenses committed on or after its effective date.

Budget and Finance, Housing and Urban Affairs

https://leg.colorado.gov/bills/hb25-1127