HB 221: Utility Terrain Vehicles
GENERAL BILL by Gentry
Utility Terrain Vehicles; Authorizes utility terrain vehicle (UTV) to be operated during all hours; authorizes operation of UTVs on certain roadways; authorizes operation of UTVs on certain parts of State Highway System; authorizes DOT to prohibit use of UTVs; authorizes persons possessing certain licenses to operate UTV; requires owners or operators of UTV to comply with certain requirements & regulations; authorizes county or municipality to restrict operation of UTVs; provides civil penalties; requires DHSMV to issue license plate to owner or lessee of vehicle registered as UTV upon payment of certain taxes & fees; requires that license plates for UTVs comply with specified provisions.
Effective Date: 7/1/2025
Last Action: 2/6/2025 House - Now in Government Operations Subcommittee
Bill Text: PDF
Last Action: 2/6/2025 House - Now in Government Operations Subcommittee
Bill Text: PDF
Bill History
| Date | Chamber | Action |
|---|---|---|
| 1/24/2025 | House |
• Filed |
| 2/6/2025 | House |
• Referred to Government Operations Subcommittee • Referred to Intergovernmental Affairs Subcommittee • Referred to State Affairs Committee • Now in Government Operations Subcommittee |
