Bill > HB297

This bill revises the definition of "multipurpose off-highway vehicle" (MOHV) in Georgia law, providing a more detailed and specific characterization of these vehicles. The bill defines an MOHV as a self-propelled motorized vehicle primarily designed for off-highway use, with specific requirements including the ability to transport people or cargo, operating speed between 25-65 miles per hour, width of 80 inches or less, four or more wheels, a steering wheel, a non-straddle seat, a gross vehicle weight under 4,000 pounds, and a minimum cargo capacity of 350 pounds. Importantly, the bill explicitly excludes all-terrain vehicles, low-speed vehicles, passenger cars, and personal transportation vehicles from this definition. Additionally, the bill creates a new classification for MOHVs for ad valorem (property) tax purposes and, starting January 1, 2026, exempts these vehicles from being returned for or subject to ad valorem taxation. This change means that owners of MOHVs will no longer need to report these vehicles for property tax assessment, potentially providing a financial benefit to MOHV owners.

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https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/69971