Bill > S08399

This bill establishes an All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV) recreation fund, managed by the Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation in consultation with the Department of Environmental Conservation, to create and sustain a statewide system of ATV trails on state, municipal, and private lands. The fund will be financed through fees collected from ATV registrations and fines for trespass violations, with 10% allocated for administration, 45% for motorized access programs for people with disabilities, and 45% for enforcement and public education. The bill also clarifies regulations for ATV use, including environmental considerations and the incorporation of recreational use into land management plans, and expands the definition of ATVs to include Utility Terrain Vehicles (UTVs). It mandates that ATVs operated on lands other than private property must be registered and insured, and outlines specific duties for ATV owners and operators to ensure safe and responsible use, such as maintaining their vehicles, adhering to designated trails, and following rules of the trail. Furthermore, the bill allows for the use of ATVs on certain state-owned lands, including forest preserve lands within the Adirondack Park, under specific conditions and mileage limitations for connector trails, while also preserving existing trails and permitting their use by individuals with qualifying disabilities.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S8399