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WI SB221
All-terrain vehicles and utility terrain vehicles with out-of-state registrations.
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Introduced
04/25/2025
04/25/2025
In Committee
04/25/2025
04/25/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025-2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This bill provides that a vehicle with out-of-state registration that meets this state[s definition of an all-terrain vehicle (ATV) or utility terrain vehicle (UTV) is an ATV or UTV, regardless of the vehicle type specified on the out-of-state registration, and is subject to legal requirements applicable to ATVs and UTVs. A vehicle with out-of-state registration that does not meet this state[s definition of an ATV or UTV is not an ATV or UTV and is not eligible for public operation on ATV trails or routes as an ATV or UTV. The bill modifies the definition of Xpublic all-terrain vehicle corridorY to include ATV routes and Xhybrid trails,Y which are combination ATV routes and trails. The bill also modifies the definition of Xvehicle,Y as that term is defined for purposes related to motor vehicle regulation, to provide that a UTV is not a vehicle, Xexcept for purposes made specifically applicable by statute.Y
AI Summary
This bill addresses regulations for all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) and utility terrain vehicles (UTVs) with out-of-state registrations in Wisconsin. The legislation introduces a new definition for "hybrid trails" as trails that allow both ATVs and motor vehicles to share the same linear surface, primarily to connect ATV trails or services. The bill clarifies that out-of-state vehicles will be considered ATVs or UTVs if they meet Wisconsin's specific definitions, regardless of how they are classified in their home state. Vehicles that do not meet these definitions cannot be issued a nonresident trail pass or operate on ATV trails. Additionally, the bill modifies the legal definition of "vehicle" to explicitly state that UTVs are not considered vehicles, except for specific statutory purposes. This change aims to provide clearer guidelines for registration, trail usage, and legal classification of ATVs and UTVs from out of state, ensuring consistent standards and safety regulations for off-road vehicle operation in Wisconsin.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance
Sponsors (11)
Rachael Cabral-Guevara (R)*,
Kristin Dassler-Alfheim (D)*,
Howard Marklein (R)*,
Brad Pfaff (D)*,
Patrick Testin (R)*,
Barbara Dittrich (R),
Cindi Duchow (R),
Nate Gustafson (R),
Jeff Mursau (R),
Jerry O'Connor (R),
Robert Wittke (R),
Last Action
Read first time and referred to Committee on Financial Institutions and Sporting Heritage (on 04/25/2025)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
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| State Bill Page | https://docs.legis.wisconsin.gov/2025/proposals/reg/sen/bill/sb221 |
| BillText | https://docs.legis.wisconsin.gov/document/proposaltext/2025/REG/SB221.pdf |
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