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This bill defines and regulates off-highway electric motorcycles (eMotos) by establishing specific criteria for their classification. An off-highway electric motorcycle must be designed primarily for off-highway use, powered by an electric motor without a required motor number, have handlebars for steering, a manufacturer-provided straddle seat, two wheels, and no manufacturer-installed pedals. The bill classifies these vehicles as off-highway motor vehicles, which means they will now be subject to existing rules and regulations governing such vehicles, including requirements for identification plates and safety standards like helmet use. By expanding the definition of off-highway motor vehicles to include these electric motorcycles, the bill ensures that these vehicles are properly regulated and tracked. The bill also includes a provision stating that no state reimbursement is required for implementing these changes, as the act primarily relates to creating or modifying criminal definitions. This legislation aims to provide clear legal guidelines for a emerging category of off-road electric vehicles, ensuring they are appropriately regulated and identified.

Agriculture and Natural Resources, Budget and Finance, Transportation and Infrastructure

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