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State Motorcycle and ATV Legislation

This report includes important motorcycle and ATV related legislation introduced in 2014 or carried over from 2013. It includes summaries of new bills that have been introduced since the last report was issued and previously introduced bills that have been amended or have had a change of status or comment. Newly introduced bills are marked with a plus sign (+). The first section of the report is a listing of all 2014 legislation with its current status for your reference. Complete summaries of all listed legislation can be found in prior 2014 State Motorcycle and ATV Legislation State Legislative Summaries or a full report containing a complete summary of all legislation can be found on MIC's web site (www.mic.org) under State Legislative Summaries in the Government Relations section. Legislation is sorted alphabetically by state under each of the following subjects: Electric Vehicles Motorcycle Equipment Motorcycle Safety/Licensing OHV/Land Use Operator Issues Warranty/Business Issues Updated reports will be distributed monthly. Copies of bills are available upon request from the Government Relations Office. An MIC Government Relations Bulletin reviewing all significant laws enacted in 2014 will be issued quarterly.

STATE LEGISLATIVE

SUMMARY

November 24, 2014 SLS 14-011 Contacts: Kathy Van Kleeck

Geneviève F. Boye

SLS 14-011

BILL DESCRIPTION STATUS

ELECTRIC VEHICLES

AB Excludes electric vehicle tax credit amounts from sales taxesCalifornia Failed to Pass1077

AB Relates to EV charging stations at rental propertiesCalifornia LAW2565

SB Excludes electric vehicle tax credit amounts from sales taxesCalifornia Failed to Pass221

SB Relates to extending eligibility of electric vehicle grant fundColorado LAW28

HB Caps aggregate amount of tax credits for zero emission vehiclesGeorgia Failed to Pass257

HB Amends electric vehicle definition to include motorcyclesHawaii Failed to Pass155

HB Establishes income tax credit for new electric vehiclesHawaii Failed to Pass2024

HB Establishes annual electric vehicle fee; excludes motorcyclesHawaii Failed to Pass2145

SB Amends electric vehicle definition to include motorcyclesHawaii Failed to Pass617

SB Establishes annual electric vehicle fee; excludes motorcyclesHawaii Failed to Pass2324

SB Ensures open access to electric vehicle charging systemsHawaii Failed to Pass2655

HB Provides tax deduction for purchase of electric vehicleIllinois Failed to Pass2486

HB Tax credits for electric vehicles & recharging equipmentMaryland LAW1345

SB Relates to electric vehicle recharging equipment tax creditsMaryland Failed to Pass788

SB Tax credits for electric vehicles & recharging equipmentMaryland LAW908

HB Increases registration fee for electric vehiclesMichigan Pending4608

HB Establishes surcharge for all-electric vehiclesMinnesota Failed to Pass1614

HB Requires special electric tariff for charging electric vehiclesMinnesota LAW2834

HB Requires special electric tariff for charging electric vehiclesMinnesota Failed to Pass2884

SB Exempts plug-in electric drive vehicles from sales taxMinnesota Failed to Pass994

SB Requires special electric tariff for charging electric vehiclesMinnesota Failed to Pass2622

HB Imposes annual electric vehicle tax, includes motorcyclesMississippi Failed to Pass1578

HB Income tax credit for electric vehicle recharging propertyMissouri Failed to Pass1610

HB Provides income tax credit for EV recharging propertyMissouri Failed to Pass1684

SB Imposes annual fee on electric & hybrid electric vehiclesNew Hampshire Failed to Pass401

AB Establishes special parking for hybrid, electric vehiclesNew Jersey Failed to Pass750

AB Provides business tax credits, deductions for electric vehiclesNew Jersey Pending1002

AB Exempts hybrid & certain fuel efficient vehicles from sales taxNew Jersey Failed to Pass1198

AB Establishes special parking for hybrid, electric vehiclesNew Jersey Pending1377

AB Provides business tax credits, deductions for electric vehiclesNew Jersey Failed to Pass1583

AB Requires vehicle charging stations at rest areas on toll roadsNew Jersey Pending1728

AB Creates level 3 electric vehicle charging station pilot programNew Jersey Pending2668

AB Requires vehicle charging stations at service areas on toll roadsNew Jersey Pending3298

SB Provides business tax credits, deductions for electric vehiclesNew Jersey Pending258

SB Provides sale & use tax exemption for certain vehicles, equipmentNew Jersey Pending755

SB Establishes special parking for hybrid, electric vehiclesNew Jersey Pending1143

SB Creates level 3 electric vehicle charging station pilot programNew Jersey Pending1405

SB Requires vehicle charging stations at service areas on toll roadsNew Jersey Pending1794

HB Establishes electric vehicle fee; motorcycles excludedNew Mexico Failed to Pass136

AB Exempts new plug-in hybrid electric vehicles from sales taxNew York Pending1377

AB Establishes Alternative Fuel & Electric Vehicle Incentive ProgramNew York Pending2379

AB Exempts certain electric vehicles from 1st yr. of registrationNew York Pending2465

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AB Exempts electric vehicles from sales taxNew York Pending3230

AB Requires certain parking facilities to install charging stationsNew York Pending10133

SB Exempts new plug-in hybrid electric vehicles from sales taxNew York Pending1665

SB Establishes Alternative Fuel & Electric Vehicle Incentive ProgramNew York Pending4474

HB Establishes electric vehicle road feePennsylvania Failed to Pass1519

SB Establishes electric vehicle road feePennsylvania Failed to Pass1

HB Exempts qualified plug-in electric vehicles from sales taxRhode Island Failed to Pass7884

HR Requests report on issues affecting plug-in electric vehiclesRhode Island ADOPTED7726

SB Exempts qualified plug-in electric vehicles from sales taxRhode Island Failed to Pass129

SB Exempts qualified plug-in electric vehicles from sales taxRhode Island Failed to Pass2197

HB Relates to tax credits for certain electric vehiclesSouth Carolina Failed to Pass4619

SB Relates to tax credits for certain electric vehiclesSouth Carolina Failed to Pass402

HB Amends tax credit for electric vehicles; excludes motorcyclesUtah LAW74

SB As introduced, established electric vehicle feeUtah 139

HB Provides income tax credit for electric vehicle charging stationsVermont Failed to Pass666

HB Extends alternative fuel vehicle sales & tax exemptionWashington Failed to Pass2418

HB Decreases annual electric vehicle fee for electric motorcyclesWashington Failed to Pass2689

HB Relates to electric vehicle charging stationsWashington Failed to Pass2711

SB Extends alternative fuel vehicle sales & tax exemptionWashington Failed to Pass6268

SB Decreases annual electric vehicle fee for electric motorcyclesWashington Failed to Pass6296

MOTORCYCLE EQUIPMENT

SB Requires motor vehicle headlight system to be illuminatedAlaska Failed to Pass115

SB Defines autocycleArizona VETOED1201

AB Amends motorized bicycle/moped definitionCalifornia LAW2173

SB As introduced, excluded motor vehicles from toxic chemical regsCalifornia 498

SB Establishes exception to "Made in U.S.A." requirementCalifornia Failed to Pass661

SB Relates to manufacturer disclosure of vehicle informationCalifornia Failed to Pass994

HB Defines & regulates autocycleColorado LAW1367

HB Bans children's products containing certain amounts of TRISDelaware Failed to Pass110

HB Amends moped & triped lawsDelaware LAW283

SB Repeals limits on motorcycle handlebar height/backrestGeorgia Failed to Pass407

HB Relates to motor vehicle gasoline containing ethanolHawaii Failed to Pass81

HB Prohibits operation of vehicle with dangerous wheelsHawaii Failed to Pass146

HB Prohibits certain moped modification exhaust systemHawaii Failed to Pass1189

HB Increases fine for violation of motorcycle muffler lawHawaii Failed to Pass1856

HB Prohibits certain motorcycle modification exhaust systemHawaii Failed to Pass1922

HB Amends bicycle definition to include electric motor bicycleHawaii Failed to Pass1945

HB Requires sound test during annual safety inspectionHawaii Failed to Pass2209

HB Further regulates mopedsHawaii Failed to Pass2393

HCR Establishes annual registration, safety inspection for mopedsHawaii Failed to Pass220

HR Establishes annual registration, safety inspection for mopedsHawaii Failed to Pass172

SB Relates to motor vehicle gasoline containing ethanolHawaii Failed to Pass201

SB Repeals annual safety inspection requirementHawaii Failed to Pass290

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SB Requires motor vehicles to be equipped with pollution filterHawaii Failed to Pass1319

SB Increases fine for violation of motorcycle muffler lawHawaii Failed to Pass2102

SB Prohibits mfring. of package or packaging with certain chemicalsHawaii Failed to Pass2573

SB Imposes $1 surcharge on replacement tiresHawaii Failed to Pass2685

SB Includes internet tire retailers in certain requirementsHawaii Failed to Pass2686

HB Requires ID tag for vehicles without original VINIllinois Failed to Pass2599

HB Bans children's products containing certain amounts of TRISIllinois Failed to Pass2921

HB Establishes standards for use of data collected by EDRIllinois Failed to Pass5777

HR Relates to determining effects of E-15 on enginesIllinois ADOPTED524

SB Defines & regulates autocycleIllinois LAW3130

SR Relates to determining effects of E-15 on enginesIllinois Failed to Pass634

HB Amends terminology; regulates mopedsIndiana Failed to Pass1333

HB Amends terminology; regulates motor driven cyclesIndiana LAW1343

SB Amends motorized bicycle definition to increase maximum speedIowa Failed to Pass2059

SB Amends motorized bicycle definition to increase maximum speedIowa LAW2192

HB Requires new parts for repair of vehicle under mfr. warrantyKentucky Failed to Pass109

SB Regulates motor vehicle event data recordersKentucky Failed to Pass183

HB Relates to return or exchange of tires by tire distributorsLouisiana Failed to Pass1246

HB Enacts Right to Repair Act; excludes motorcyclesMaine Failed to Pass539

HB Defines electric bicycle; excludes from moped definitionMaryland VETOED205

HB Amends bicycle definition to include mopedsMaryland LAW250

HB Relates to parts used in repairs covered by insuranceMaryland Failed to Pass574

HB Prohibits sale of tire mfrd. more than 3 yrs. before sale as newMaryland Failed to Pass580

HB Relates to express warranty & aftermarket partsMaryland Failed to Pass1311

SB Defines electric bicycle; excludes from moped definitionMaryland LAW378

SB Relates to parts used in repairs covered by insuranceMaryland Failed to Pass487

SB Motor scooter operation on roadway under certain conditionsMaryland LAW520

HB Provides consumer protections on repairing damaged vehiclesMassachusetts Failed to Pass952

HB Further regulates motorcycle soundMassachusetts Failed to Pass3149

SB Relates to motorcycle soundMassachusetts Failed to Pass1663

SB Bans children's products containing TRIS; excludes OHVsMassachusetts Pending1931

SB Bans children's products containing TRIS; excludes OHVsMassachusetts Pending2190

HB Prohibits exhaust system modification over OEM stock levelsMichigan Pending5726

SB Modifies consumer notice on aftermarket crash partsMichigan Pending249

HB Establishes standards for use of data collected by EDRMinnesota Failed to Pass723

HB Establishes standards for use of data collected by EDRMinnesota Failed to Pass2017

HB Prohibits lead & mercury in wheel weightsMinnesota Failed to Pass2542

SB Establishes standards for use of data collected by EDRMinnesota Failed to Pass906

SB Establishes standards for use of data collected by EDRMinnesota Failed to Pass2038

SB Prohibits lead & mercury in wheel weightsMinnesota LAW2192

HB Relates to prohibiting halogen lights as headlight replacementMississippi Failed to Pass595

HB Requires 3" x 6" motorcycle plateMississippi Failed to Pass755

HB Defines & regulates "autocycle"Missouri Failed to Pass1124

HB Prohibits unauthorized release of data collected by EDRMissouri Failed to Pass1332

SB Defines & regulates "autocycle"Missouri Failed to Pass596

SB Prohibits unauthorized release of data collected by EDRMissouri Failed to Pass762

LB Excludes motorcycles from certain lighting requirementsNebraska Failed to Pass667

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AB Restricts access to event data recorder dataNew Jersey Pending196

AB Enacts Right to Repair Act; includes motorcyclesNew Jersey Pending230

AB Enacts Motor Vehicle Owners' Right to Repair ActNew Jersey Failed to Pass352

AB Prohibits products containing decaBDE; transportation excludedNew Jersey Failed to Pass760

AB Exempts certain fuel efficient vehicles from sales & use taxNew Jersey Pending2394

AB Requires disclosure of data recording devices in motor vehiclesNew Jersey Pending3283

AB Exempts certain fuel efficient vehicles from sales & use taxNew Jersey Failed to Pass3417

AB Requires tire manufacture date to be posted at point of saleNew Jersey Pending3519

AB Restricts access to event data recorder dataNew Jersey Pending3579

AB Restricts access to event data recorder dataNew Jersey Failed to Pass4328

AB Enacts Right to Repair Act; includes motorcyclesNew Jersey Failed to Pass4336

SB Requires disclosure of data recording devices in motor vehiclesNew Jersey Pending406

SB Exempts certain fuel efficient vehicles from sales & use taxNew Jersey Failed to Pass595

SB Enacts Right to Repair Act; includes motorcyclesNew Jersey Pending829

SB Exempts certain fuel efficient vehicles from sales & use taxNew Jersey Pending948

SB Restricts access to event data recorder dataNew Jersey Pending2433

SB Requires disclosure of data recording devices in motor vehiclesNew Jersey Failed to Pass2964

AB Requires vehicle identification numbers on motor vehicle wheelsNew York Pending510

AB Increases fine for motorcycle operation producing excessive noiseNew York Pending1028

AB Requires motor vehicle mercury switch collection programNew York Pending1360

AB Establishes end of life mercury switch collection/removalNew York Pending1604

AB Defines/regulates electric assisted bicycleNew York Pending1618

AB Relates to brake friction materials; excludes motorcyclesNew York Pending3099

AB Regulates repair parts/disclosureNew York Pending3872

AB Defines/regulates electric assisted deviceNew York Pending5058

AB Enacts Right to Repair Act; includes motorcyclesNew York Pending7789

AB Prohibits mercury-added balancing productsNew York Failed to Pass9143

AB Defines & regulates autocycleNew York Pending9441

AB Requires tire & rim serial numbers for motor vehiclesNew York Pending10180

SB Defines/regulates electric assisted bicycleNew York Failed to Pass390

SB Relates to purchase, sale & installation of HID headlampsNew York Pending471

SB Provides toll discounts for certain fuel efficient vehiclesNew York Pending869

SB Requires tire to have label or sticker showing manufacture dateNew York Pending1916

SB Prohibits motorcycle passenger unless motorcycle has foot pegsNew York Pending2426

SB Regulates repair parts/disclosureNew York Pending3945

SB Establishes end of life mercury switch collection/removalNew York Pending4318

SB Bans children's products containing TRIS; excludes OHVsNew York Failed to Pass4614

SB Enacts Right to Repair Act; includes motorcyclesNew York Pending6492

SB Prohibits mercury-added balancing productsNew York Failed to Pass6907

SB As introduced, prohibited certain headlampsNorth Carolina 493

SB As introduced, prohibited certain headlampsNorth Carolina 734

SB Requires headlamp color to comply with FMVSS 108Ohio LAW161

SB Regulates sale of certain tires as "new"Ohio Pending289

HB Regulates motor vehicle event data recordersPennsylvania Failed to Pass879

SB Regulates motor vehicle event data recordersPennsylvania Failed to Pass678

SB Defines/regulates pedalcycle with electric assistPennsylvania Failed to Pass997

HB Amends motor scooter definition & operator licensing requirementsRhode Island Failed to Pass6214

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HB Relates to mopedsSouth Carolina Failed to Pass3345

HB Requires moped riders to wear reflective vestsSouth Carolina Failed to Pass4384

HB Allows blue colored head lamps; prohibits self-installationSouth Carolina Failed to Pass4608

HB Increases distance vehicle horn must be heard fromTennessee Failed to Pass437

HB Enacts Motor Vehicle Event Data Recorder ActTennessee Failed to Pass1749

SB Increases distance vehicle horn must be heard fromTennessee Failed to Pass552

SB Enacts Motor Vehicle Event Data Recorder ActTennessee Failed to Pass2241

HB Regulates motor vehicle noiseVermont Failed to Pass45

HB Defines & regulates "autocycle"Vermont Failed to Pass565

HB Establishes motor vehicle noise limits; includes motorcyclesVermont Failed to Pass861

SB Chemicals of high concern; excludes vehiclesVermont LAW239

SB Defines & regulates "autocycle"Vermont LAW314

HB Defines & regulates "autocycle"Virginia LAW122

SB Defines & regulates "autocycle"Virginia LAW383

HB Regulates motor vehicle soundWest Virginia Failed to Pass2127

HB Allows certain auxiliary lighting on motorcyclesWest Virginia LAW2477

SB Allows certain auxiliary lighting on motorcyclesWest Virginia Failed to Pass372

SB Requires retailer to charge deposit on replacement battery saleWisconsin LAW512

MOTORCYCLE SAFETY/LICENSING

HB Motorcycle & motor-driven cycle operator testing & licensingAlabama Failed to Pass535

AB Reallocates from/provides funds for CA Motorcyclist Safety FundCalifornia Failed to Pass1457

SB Reallocates from/provides funds for CA Motorcyclist Safety FundCalifornia LAW852

HB Reallocates Motorcycle Operator Safety Training fundsColorado LAW1336

SB Provides additional rqmts. for motorcycle safety programColorado Failed to Pass20

SB Transfers authority for rider ed approval for insurance discountDelaware LAW178

HB Enhances penalties for violations causing injury or deathFlorida Failed to Pass1159

SB Increases penalties for leaving crash sceneFlorida LAW102

HB Requires moped operators to take moped education courseHawaii Failed to Pass1324

SB Allows person with learner's permit to obtain insuranceHawaii Failed to Pass271

HB Limits liability for landowners who provide land for rider edIllinois Failed to Pass2253

HB Moped registration; motorcycle education fundingIndiana Failed to Pass1333

HB Requires motor driven cycle registration; portion to safety fundIndiana LAW1343

HB Raises minimum age for motorcycle instruction permitIowa Failed to Pass46

HSB Repeals off-street motorcycle skill test waiverIowa Failed to Pass664

SB Authorizes license tag agents to administer motorcycle testsLouisiana LAW105

SB Links helmet law to rider educationLouisiana Failed to Pass406

HB Amends motorcycle learner's instructional permit provisionsMaryland Failed to Pass1421

HB Amends motorcycle learner's instructional permit provisionsMaryland Failed to Pass1423

HB Creates Motorcycle Safety FundMassachusetts Failed to Pass2725

HB Provides additional penalties for failure to yield right-of-wayMassachusetts Failed to Pass3040

HB Motorcycle learner's permit rqmts. for under age 18Massachusetts Pending3584

HB Adds MMA rep. to Governor’s Hwy. Safety Cmte.Massachusetts LAW3787

SB Creates Motorcycle Safety FundMassachusetts Failed to Pass1365

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SB Provides for rider ed rebate for under age 21Massachusetts Failed to Pass1677

SB Provides additional penalties for failure to yield right-of-wayMassachusetts Failed to Pass1710

SB Provides for rider ed rebate for under age 21Massachusetts Pending2324

HB Limits number of motorcycle permits for which person may applyMichigan LAW4781

HB Requires classroom driver ed to include motorcycle awarenessMichigan LAW5438

HB Creates "Start Seeing Motorcycles" license platesMinnesota Failed to Pass1211

HB Creates "Start Seeing Motorcycles" license platesMinnesota Failed to Pass1730

SB Creates "Start Seeing Motorcycles" license platesMinnesota Failed to Pass724

SB Creates "Start Seeing Motorcycles" license platesMinnesota Failed to Pass737

HB MoToSteps motorcycle training license tagsMississippi Failed to Pass1190

SB Provides rqmts. for motorcycle endorsement & permit applicantsMississippi LAW2794

HB Motorcycle registration surcharge for motorcycle safety fundMissouri Failed to Pass1572

HB As introduced, amended temporary m/c permit provisionsMissouri 1655

HB Reallocates $425,000 from Motorcycle Safety Trust FundMissouri LAW2004

HB Deposits funds into Motorcycle Safety Trust FundMissouri Failed to Pass2266

SB Links helmet law to rider education/licensingMissouri Failed to Pass604

SB Motorcycle registration surcharge for motorcycle safety fundMissouri Failed to Pass821

AB Amends graduated driver licensing law; teen driver programNew Jersey Pending1699

AB Relates to motorcycle endorsement issuance to military personnelNew Jersey Failed to Pass2637

AB Requires dealers to provide detailed graduated license laws info.New Jersey Pending3276

SB Amends examination permit provisionsNew Jersey Failed to Pass674

AB Includes motorcycle safety awareness in driver edNew York Pending1067

AB Relates to drivers & motorcycle licenses for under age 18New York Pending1950

AB Includes motorcycle safety awareness in pre-license course & examNew York Pending9083

SB Includes motorcycle safety awareness in pre-license course & examNew York Pending2113

SB Includes motorcycle safety awareness in driver edNew York Pending2698

HB Requires study on helmet lawsNorth Carolina Failed to Pass109

HB Allows 3rd party testers to administer skills testPennsylvania LAW2092

HR Resolution to study reported motorcycle accidentsPennsylvania Failed to Pass420

HB Limits liability for landowners who provide land for rider edRhode Island Failed to Pass5439

HB Requires road test on type of vehicle for which license is soughtRhode Island Failed to Pass6214

HB Relates to licenses valid for motorcycle operationRhode Island Failed to Pass7332

HB Limits liability for landowners who provide land for rider edRhode Island Failed to Pass7689

SB Limits liability for landowners who provide land for rider edRhode Island Failed to Pass886

HB Links helmet repeal to rider educationTennessee Failed to Pass44

HB Requires rider ed under age 18Tennessee Failed to Pass428

HB Appropriation for motorcycle rider education programTennessee LAW2501

SB Requires rider ed under age 18Tennessee Failed to Pass253

SB Links helmet repeal to rider educationTennessee Failed to Pass548

SB Appropriation for motorcycle rider education programTennessee Failed to Pass2596

HB Links helmet repeal to rider education/licensingVermont Failed to Pass721

SB Links helmet law to rider education/licensingVermont Failed to Pass172

SB Requires moped operators to be licensedVirginia Failed to Pass179

AB Relates to class M license issuance; road test waiverWisconsin Failed to Pass347

SB Relates to class M license issuance; road test waiverWisconsin LAW270

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OHV/LAND USE

HB Limits liability from inherent risks of motorized OHV activityAlabama Failed to Pass25

HB OHV Fund use for state parks board operating expensesArizona LAW2707

AB OHV Fund appropriationsCalifornia Failed to Pass1457

SB OHV Fund appropriationsCalifornia Failed to Pass851

SB OHV Fund appropriationsCalifornia LAW852

SB Requires study of OHV Fund gas tax allocation adjustmentCalifornia LAW853

SB Relates to transfer authority for lands near Johnson ValleyCalifornia Failed to Pass1289

HB Appropriation for OHV grantsColorado LAW1336

HB Amends ATV definitionFlorida Failed to Pass1193

SB Amends ATV definitionFlorida LAW1024

HB Amends ATV definitionGeorgia LAW877

HB Makes state/county liability limits permanentHawaii Failed to Pass588

HB Makes state/county liability limits permanentHawaii Failed to Pass2233

HB Limits state & county liability from recreational activityHawaii Failed to Pass2592

SB Makes state/county liability limits permanentHawaii LAW1007

SB Defines ATV; requires riders under 18 to wear helmetsHawaii Failed to Pass1309

SB Defines ATV; requires riders under 21 to wear helmetsHawaii Failed to Pass2071

SB Makes state/county liability limits permanentHawaii Failed to Pass2248

SB Authorizes on-hwy. use for ATV used as farm equipmentHawaii LAW2726

SB Makes state/county liability limits permanentHawaii Failed to Pass2782

HB Prohibits political subdivisions from registering OHVsIdaho LAW492

HB Creates additional exemption for OHV Usage StampIllinois Failed to Pass4270

HB Authorizes certain on-hwy. OHV use; usage stamp exemptionIllinois Failed to Pass5901

HB Creates exemption for OHV public access sticker requirementIllinois Failed to Pass5912

HB Repeals OHV Usage Stamp requirementIllinois Failed to Pass5944

SB Decreases Usage Stamp fee for certain OHVs; amends exemptionsIllinois LAW2633

HB Regulates on-highway ATV useIowa Failed to Pass619

HB Regulates on-highway ATV useIowa Failed to Pass2395

HSB Amends ATV definitionIowa Failed to Pass139

HSB Regulates on-highway ATV useIowa Failed to Pass662

SB Regulates on-highway ATV useIowa Failed to Pass2287

SSB Amends ATV definitionIowa Failed to Pass1084

SSB Regulates on-highway ATV useIowa Failed to Pass3192

HB Creates helmet exemption for certain hwy. crossingsKentucky LAW260

SB Creates helmet exemption for certain hwy. crossingsKentucky Failed to Pass64

HB As introduced, eliminated ATV Trail Advisory CouncilMaine 1293

HB Prohibits ORVs in specified areasMaryland VETOED420

HB Provides for landowner liability exemption for OHV useMaryland LAW660

HB Defines ATV; requires helmets & eye protection for all ridersMaryland Failed to Pass1150

SB Defines ATV; requires helmets & eye protection for all ridersMaryland Failed to Pass80

SB Prohibits ORVs in specified areasMaryland LAW471

SB Provides for landowner liability exemption for OHV useMaryland Failed to Pass533

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HB Allows limited on-hwy. ATV use for agricultural purposesMassachusetts Pending4061

HB Provides $5 million for recreational trails matching grantsMassachusetts LAW4375

SB Provides $5 million for recreational trails matching grantsMassachusetts Failed to Pass2242



HB Provides for helmet/eye protection exemption on own landMichigan LAW5191

SB Amends forest trail definition/use restrictionsMichigan LAW68

SB Prohibits on-hwy. ORV registrationMichigan Pending491

SB Establishes “Pure MI Trail Network”Michigan LAW873

HB Amends ATV definition; amends age limit for safety educationMinnesota LAW2733

HB Relates to certain right-of-way usage; safety courses, etc.Minnesota Failed to Pass3028

SB Relates to certain right-of-way usages; safety courses, etc.Minnesota Failed to Pass2786

HB Requires ATV registration with local sheriffMississippi Failed to Pass223

HB Requires OHV registrationMississippi Failed to Pass1007

HB Requires OHV dealers to maintain certain recordsMississippi Failed to Pass1122

HB Requires OHV registrationMississippi Failed to Pass1124

SB Prohibits on-hwy. use, with exceptionsMississippi Failed to Pass2097

HB Amends ATV definition; allows ATV sales on SundaysMissouri Failed to Pass1124

HB Amends ATV definition; allows ATV sales on SundaysMissouri LAW1735

SB Amends ATV definition; allows ATV sales on SundaysMissouri Failed to Pass707

LB Amends ATV/UTV definitions; prohibits on-hwy. registration, etc.Nebraska LAW814

LB Creates Game & Parks Cmsn. Capital Maintenance FundNebraska Failed to Pass841

LB Amends ATV definitionNebraska Failed to Pass982

HB Acceptance of recreational activity risks; prohibits legal actionNew Hampshire Failed to Pass1248

SB Regulates on-hwy. OHV useNew Hampshire LAW231

SB Amends OHV speed limits on certain hwys. & trailsNew Hampshire LAW232

SB Provides for temporary nonresident OHV registrationNew Hampshire LAW240

SB As introduced, amended OHV registration reciprocity lawNew Hampshire 311

AB Requires license to operate ATV training or recreation facilityNew Jersey Failed to Pass4442

SB Requires license to operate ATV training or recreation facilityNew Jersey Pending895

SB Increases ATV penaltiesNew Jersey Failed to Pass1506

SB Creates new penalties for illegal on-hwy. ATV useNew Jersey Pending1829

SB Requires license to operate ATV training or recreation facilityNew Jersey Failed to Pass3040

SB As introduced, exempted ATVs from motor vehicle excise taxNew Mexico 10

AB Exempts ATVs operated exclusively on own land from registrationNew York Pending1812

AB Relates to study of limiting landowner liabilityNew York Pending1813

AB Relates to ATV use by disabled persons on public landsNew York Pending2457

AB Prohibits OHV use in forest preservesNew York Pending2481

AB Requires DMV Cmsr. to study economic impact of ATVsNew York Pending2543

AB Permits local govts. to designate state hwys. open to ATV travelNew York Pending3724

AB Amends ATV definitionNew York Failed to Pass4971

AB Amends ATV definitionNew York Pending5540

AB Amends landowner liability limit law relating to OHV useNew York Pending6470

SB Amends ATV definitionNew York Failed to Pass1946

SB Permits local govts. to designate state hwys. open to ATV travelNew York Pending2400

SB Exempts ATVs operated exclusively on own land from registrationNew York Pending2622

SB Amends ATV definitionNew York Pending3557

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SB Allows ATV on-hwy. use for agricultural purposesNew York Pending4932

SB Requires economic impact study of ATV useNew York Pending7476

HB Relates to landowner consent & liability limits for OHV useNorth Carolina LAW366

HB Regulates all-purpose vehicle use by persons under age 16Ohio Pending504

SB Creates State Recreational Vehicle Fund Advisory BoardOhio Pending383+

HB Regulates on-hwy. ATV useOklahoma Failed to Pass1358

HB Amends ATV definitionOklahoma Failed to Pass3347

SB Expands on-hwy. use within unincorporated areas of countiesOklahoma Failed to Pass1208

SB Amends ATV definitionOklahoma LAW1397

HB Relates to landowner liability for ATV safety programPennsylvania Failed to Pass267

HB Amends landowner liability limit law to include OHV ridingPennsylvania Failed to Pass544

HB Amends landowner liability limit law to include OHV ridingPennsylvania Failed to Pass2022

HB Separates ATV & Snowmobile ProgramsPennsylvania Failed to Pass2047

HB Amends ATV definitionPennsylvania Failed to Pass2098

HB Amends ATV definition to also include OHMs & trail bikesPennsylvania Failed to Pass2220

SB Amends landowner liability limit law to include OHV ridingPennsylvania Failed to Pass494

SB Amends ATV definitionPennsylvania LAW1287

HB Requires establishment of 4x4 trail on state-owned landRhode Island Failed to Pass5191

HB Defines ATV; requires registrationRhode Island Failed to Pass5540

HB Defines ATV; requires registrationRhode Island Failed to Pass7271

SB Requires at least one ATV riding area on state landRhode Island Failed to Pass670

HB Permits certain on-hwy. ATV useSouth Carolina Failed to Pass3353

HB Establishes wilderness designation process on transferred landUtah LAW160

SB Expands ATV on-highway useUtah LAW154

SJR Joint resolution resolving to protect Greater Canyonlands regionUtah Failed to Pass14

EO Executive Order establishing Parks & Recreation Task ForceWashington ADOPTED1

HB Provides for wheeled ATV registration reciprocityWashington Failed to Pass2675

HB Appropriation for Hatfield McCoy eventWest Virginia Failed to Pass4015

SB Appropriation for Hatfield McCoy eventWest Virginia LAW306

SB Amends certain ATV definitionsWest Virginia LAW380

SB Authorizes certain local governments to allow on-hwy. OHM useWest Virginia Failed to Pass424

AB Repeals requirement for private use registrationWisconsin Failed to Pass261

AB Repeals registration plate requirementWisconsin Failed to Pass264

AB Authorizes municipalities to allow certain on-hwy. ATV usesWisconsin Failed to Pass527

AB Defines & regulates OHMs; OHM trails programWisconsin Failed to Pass694

AB Provides for on-hwy. ATV use relative to cross certain bridgesWisconsin LAW743

SB Provides for on-hwy. ATV use relative to cross certain bridgesWisconsin Failed to Pass601

OPERATOR ISSUES

AB Prohibits parking facility from prohibiting motorcyclesCalifornia Failed to Pass1192

SB Provides exceptions to lane-splittingCalifornia Failed to Pass350

SB Relates to sales tax on value of trade-in vehiclesCalifornia Failed to Pass732

SB Establishes road usage charge pilot programCalifornia LAW1077

HB Relates to uninsured motorist coverageConnecticut LAW5061

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HB Allows motorcycles to proceed through red signalGeorgia Failed to Pass869

HB Allows motorcycles to pass in same lane under certain conditionsGeorgia Failed to Pass1047

SB Exempts motorcycles from tollsGeorgia Failed to Pass196

HB Requires license application to include planned helmet usageHawaii Failed to Pass1105

HB Requires annual moped registration; education courseHawaii Failed to Pass1324

HB Requires helmets for all moped operators; PIP coverageHawaii Failed to Pass2418

SB Requires liability & property insurance for all mopedsHawaii Failed to Pass273

SB Ties helmet use to tax rateHawaii Failed to Pass484

SB Requires businesses renting mopeds to furnish helmetsHawaii Failed to Pass1309

SB Raises age for helmet use from 18 to 21; must furnish to rentersHawaii Failed to Pass2071

SB Increases age to operate moped; all operators must wear helmetHawaii Failed to Pass3009

HB Allows motorcycles to proceed through red signalIndiana LAW1080

HB Requires helmets for all motorcycle & motorized bicycle ridersIowa Failed to Pass470

SB Requires helmets for motorized bicycle operators under age 18Iowa Failed to Pass37

HB Prohibits turnpike authority from charging tolls for motorcyclesKansas Failed to Pass2543

HB Establishes affirmative defense for passing through red lightKentucky Failed to Pass197

HB Prohibits recovery for failure to maintain liability securityLouisiana Failed to Pass1103

SB Prohibits targeting motorcycles in vehicle inspection checkpointLouisiana LAW317

SB Repeals helmet requirement for certain riders age 21 & overLouisiana Failed to Pass406

HB Repeals helmet law for 21 & over with insuranceMaryland Failed to Pass477

HB Allows nonresident to apply for title for motor scooter, mopedMaryland Failed to Pass540

HB Prohibits targeting motorcycles at motor vehicle checkpointsMaryland Failed to Pass666

SB Allows motorcycles to be operated in HOV lanes at all timesMaryland LAW33

SB Repeals helmet law for 21 & over with insuranceMaryland Failed to Pass173

SB Prohibits targeting motorcycles at motor vehicle checkpointsMaryland Failed to Pass640

HB Repeals no-fault motor vehicle insurance lawMassachusetts Failed to Pass857

HB Establishes new "green fee" & "emissions" feeMassachusetts Failed to Pass3029

HB Prohibits targeted motor vehicle checkpointsMassachusetts Failed to Pass3047

HB Repeals helmet law for riders age 21 & overMassachusetts Failed to Pass3065

HB Repeals helmet law for riders age 18 & overMassachusetts Failed to Pass3095

HB Allows motorcycles to proceed through inoperative signalMassachusetts Failed to Pass3140

HB Prohibits motor vehicle disrupting motorcycle groupMassachusetts Failed to Pass3147

HB Prohibits motorcycle passenger under age 5 & less than 40 lbs.Massachusetts Failed to Pass3148

HB Allows motorcyclists to proceed through steady red signalMichigan Pending4265

SB Requires all motorcycle riders to wear helmetsMichigan Pending1120+

HB Reduces motorcycle sales tax from 7% to 5%Mississippi Failed to Pass1565

SB Prohibits motorcycle passengers under age 16Mississippi Failed to Pass2099

SB Allows motorcycles to proceed through red signalMississippi Failed to Pass2400

HB Repeals helmet requirement for riders age 21 & overMissouri Failed to Pass1655

HB Repeals helmet requirement for riders age 18 & overMissouri Failed to Pass1839

HB Authorizes sales tax exemption for vehicles assembled in MOMissouri Failed to Pass2191

SB Repeals helmet requirement for certain riders age 21 & overMissouri Failed to Pass604

LB Prohibits motorcycle passengers under age 8Nebraska Failed to Pass181

LB Requires eye protection; partial helmet law repealNebraska Failed to Pass393

HB Allows motor-driven cycles to proceed through red signalNew Hampshire Failed to Pass1365

AB Prohibits checkpoints limited to certain types of vehiclesNew Jersey Failed to Pass508

AB Prohibits checkpoints limited to certain types of vehiclesNew Jersey Pending2316

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SLS 14-011


SB Removes authority of Motor Vehicle Commission to increase feesNew Jersey Failed to Pass274

SB Excludes value of mfr. rebates from sales priceNew Jersey Pending981

SB Exempts recreational safety helmets from sales & use taxNew Jersey Pending1060

SB Exempts recreational safety helmets from sales & use taxNew Jersey Failed to Pass1584

SB Prohibits checkpoints limited to certain types of vehiclesNew Jersey Pending1614

SB Prohibits checkpoints limited to motorcyclesNew Jersey Failed to Pass1685

AB Prohibits illegal motorcycle maneuversNew York Pending1342

AB Requires helmets to be impact-testedNew York Pending1416

AB Reduces sales tax on motor vehicles manufactured in U.S.New York Pending3507

AB Exempts motorcycle helmets from sales & use taxNew York Pending3530

AB Relates to motorcycle liability insuranceNew York Pending3600

AB Adds motorcycles to no-fault insurance lawNew York Pending6055

AB Repeals motorcycle helmet law for age 21 & olderNew York Pending6316

AB Provides penalty for performing illegal motorcycle maneuversNew York Failed to Pass8349

AB Requires permit for assembly of motorcyclistsNew York Failed to Pass8384

SB Prohibits motorcycle operation unless both tires are on roadNew York Pending277

SB Relates to unidentifiable parts in identifiable motorcycleNew York Pending396

SB Repeals motorcycle helmet law for age 21 & olderNew York Pending1900

SB Adds motorcycles to no-fault insurance lawNew York Pending3629

SB Requires permit for assembly of motorcyclistsNew York Pending6114

SB Provides penalty for performing illegal motorcycle maneuversNew York Pending6180

SB Prohibits operation of motorcycle with passenger under age 6New York Pending6456

SB Relates to motorcycle liability insuranceNew York Pending6512

SB Requires motorcycle profiling issues in law enforcement trainingNew York Failed to Pass7424

HB Requires mopeds to be registeredNorth Carolina Failed to Pass48

HB Requires study on helmet lawsNorth Carolina Failed to Pass109

HB Competition in motor vehicle insurance; includes motorcyclesNorth Carolina Failed to Pass265

HB Requires mopeds to be registered; requires studyNorth Carolina LAW1145

SB Competition in motor vehicle insurance; includes motorcyclesNorth Carolina Failed to Pass154

HB Creates motorcycle road guard certification programOhio Pending406

SB Allows motor-driven cycle, motor scooter to park on sidewalkOhio LAW194

HB Prohibits motorcycle passenger under age 5Oklahoma Failed to Pass2459

HB Relates to inspection programs targeting particular vehicle typePennsylvania Failed to Pass172

HB Relates to inspection programs targeting particular vehicle typePennsylvania Failed to Pass173

SB Allows motorcycles & pedalcycles to proceed through red signalPennsylvania Failed to Pass596

SR Motorcycle profiling in police training curriculumPennsylvania Failed to Pass206

HB Prohibits motorcycle passenger under age 16Rhode Island Failed to Pass5120

HB Exempts trade-in value of motorcycle from sales taxRhode Island Failed to Pass5227

HB Requires all riders to wear helmetsRhode Island Failed to Pass6007




SB Exempts trade-in value of motorcycles from sales taxRhode Island Failed to Pass243

SB Exempts trade-in value of motorcycle from sales taxRhode Island Failed to Pass2339

SB Exempts trade-in value of motorcycles from sales taxRhode Island Failed to Pass2700

HB Prohibits motorcycle passengers under age 8South Carolina Failed to Pass3119

HB Requires reflective vests for moped operators & passengersSouth Carolina Failed to Pass3190

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SLS 14-011


HB Prohibits motorcycle discrimination in transportation planningSouth Carolina LAW3231

HB Requires moped riders to wear reflective vestsSouth Carolina Failed to Pass4384

HB Relates to speed limitations on mopedsSouth Carolina Failed to Pass4389

HB Requires all 2-wheeled motorized vehicle riders to wear helmetsSouth Carolina Failed to Pass4500

SB Requires mopeds to be registered & insuredSouth Carolina Failed to Pass902

HB Repeals helmet requirement for certain riders age 25 & overTennessee Failed to Pass44

HB Motorcyclist Liberty Restoration Act - helmet repealTennessee Failed to Pass894

HB Exempts certain out-of-state residents from helmet lawTennessee Failed to Pass1676

SB Repeals helmet requirement for certain riders age 21 & overTennessee Failed to Pass548

SB Motorcyclist Liberty Restoration Act - helmet repealTennessee Failed to Pass1143

SB Exempts certain out-of-state residents from helmet lawTennessee Failed to Pass1846

HB Allows lane splitting for motorcycles, motor-driven cyclesUtah Failed to Pass281

HB Repeals sunset date for defense to motorcycle red light violationUtah LAW289

HB Repeals helmet requirement for certain riders age 21 & overVermont Failed to Pass721

HB Repeals helmet law for motorcycle riders age 18 & overVermont Failed to Pass798

SB Repeals helmet requirement for certain riders age 21 & overVermont Failed to Pass172

SB Increases minimum passing distance between vehicle & mopedVirginia LAW97

SB Requires driver's license, insurance for moped operatorsVirginia Failed to Pass179

HB Allows motorcycles to travel through traffic control signalWashington Failed to Pass1238

HB Repeals motorcycle helmet lawWashington Failed to Pass1246

HB Exempts motorcycles from motor vehicle weight feeWashington Failed to Pass2325

HB Creates motorcycle road guard certificateWashington Failed to Pass2494

HB Modifies manufacturing standards for helmetsWashington Failed to Pass2495

SB Allows motorcycles to travel through traffic control signalWashington LAW5141

SB Repeals helmet law for motorcycle riders age 18 & overWashington Failed to Pass5143

SB Modifies manufacturing standards for helmetsWashington Failed to Pass6255

SB Creates motorcycle road guard certificateWashington Failed to Pass6256

HB Allows motorcyclists to proceed through traffic lightWest Virginia Failed to Pass2772

SB Allows disabled motorcycle parking IDWisconsin LAW387

HB Allows motorcyclists to proceed through traffic lightWyoming Failed to Pass75

WARRANTY/BUSINESS ISSUES

HB Amends dealer off-site event license provisionsAlabama LAW400

SB Amends dealer license provisionsAlabama Failed to Pass305

HB Relates to motor vehicle debt cancellation agreementsAlaska Failed to Pass183

HB Relates to motor vehicle service contractsAlaska LAW206

HB Excludes certain dealer employees from AK Wage & Hour ActAlaska LAW276

HB Requires dealers to provide disclosure of employee commissionsAlaska Failed to Pass330

AB Relates to advertising products as “Made in North America”California Failed to Pass2624

SB Prohibits selling vehicle that is subject to mfr's recallCalifornia Failed to Pass686

SB Allows consumer to sue after warranty expires; material omissionCalifornia Failed to Pass1188

SB Relates to transparency of motor vehicle dealer feesConnecticut Failed to Pass236

SB Exempts dealer inventory from ad valorem taxesGeorgia Failed to Pass166

HB Relates to service contracts, ancillary protection productsIndiana LAW1206

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SLS 14-011


SB Relates to dealer disclosure of repair to new motor vehiclesIowa LAW2355

HB Relates to motor vehicle service contractsMassachusetts Failed to Pass247

SB Relates to motor vehicle service contractsMassachusetts Failed to Pass1952

SB Relates to motor vehicle service contractsMassachusetts Pending2325

HB Relates to motor vehicle service contractsMichigan LAW4467

SB Prohibits unfair contract terms in sales representative agreementMinnesota LAW2108

HB Amends lemon law to include motorcycles & mopedsMissouri Failed to Pass1517

HB Allows sale of motorcycles on Sundays in certain countiesMissouri Failed to Pass1618

HB Allows sale of motorcycles on SundaysMissouri LAW1735

SB Allows sale of motorcycles on Sundays in specified countiesMissouri Failed to Pass791

SB Amends lemon law to include motorcyclesMissouri Failed to Pass861

AB Amends lemon law to delete opportunity to repairNew Jersey Pending1038

AB Amends lemon law to remove reasonable allowance requirementNew Jersey Failed to Pass1733

AB Requires recalls on motor vehicles to be repaired prior to saleNew Jersey Pending2193

AB Amends lemon law to delete opportunity to repairNew Jersey Failed to Pass4024

AR Urges NJ lemon law to supersede arbitration agreementsNew Jersey Pending47

SB Service contracts; includes vehicle ancillary protection productNew Jersey LAW854

SB Amends lemon law to delete opportunity to repairNew Jersey Pending1448

SB Amends lemon law to delete opportunity to repairNew Jersey Failed to Pass2712

AB Enacts manufacturer's warranty adjustment programNew York Pending602


AB Requires disclosure of intended marketplaceNew York Failed to Pass4007


HB Increases tax rate on retailers that lease or rent motorcyclesNorth Carolina Failed to Pass244

SB Increases tax rate on retailers that lease or rent motorcyclesNorth Carolina Failed to Pass266

SB Relates to product liability; creates Rational Use of Product ActOklahoma Failed to Pass754

SB Service warranties; includes motor vehicle ancillary servicesOklahoma LAW1923

HB Adds ATVs to lemon lawRhode Island Failed to Pass6261

HB Increases license duration from 1 to 3 yearsRhode Island LAW7075

SB Increases license duration from 1 to 3 yearsRhode Island LAW2419

SB Allows motorcycle dealer to apply for exhibition licenseSouth Carolina LAW998

HB Repeals mfr. rqmt. to file model/price/weight statementSouth Dakota LAW1056

HB Expands services included in service contract regulationVirginia LAW69

HB Requires payment of B&O tax on in-state portion of importsWashington Failed to Pass2038

SB Expands definition of service contractWashington LAW5977

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SLS 14-011ELECTRIC VEHICLES


HB

Similar to SB 1, below.

Establishes electric vehicle road feePennsylvania Failed to Pass1519

STATUS: Carried over from 2013 session. Died in House Transportation Cmte.

SB

Requires electric vehicle owner to submit electric vehicle road fee concurrent with annual vehicle registration

application & fee to DOT. Electric vehicle road fee shall equal average annual vehicle fuel tax within each vehicle

class. Requires Dept. of Revenue to compute electric vehicle road fee for each major vehicle class defined in CAFE

standards. Average annual vehicle fuel fee computation: 1) vehicle average miles driven divided by mpg equivalent

per vehicle as determined by Dept.; & 2) above quotient multiplied by sum of liquid fuels & oil company franchise

tax rates for gasoline & product is average annual vehicle fuel fee. Requires Dept. to annually determine electric

vehicle road fee for each vehicle class to be published in PA Bulletin on or before 12/15 of each yr. “Electric

vehicle” includes electric vehicles & hybrid electric vehicles.

Establishes electric vehicle road feePennsylvania Failed to Pass1

STATUS: Carried over from 2013 session. Passed Senate 6/5/13. Reported out of House Transportation Cmte.

6/27/13. Died in House Rules Cmte.

ELECTRIC VEHICLES LEGISLATION 1

SLS 14-011MOTORCYCLE EQUIPMENT


AB

Re-amended. Prohibits anyone except owner of motor vehicle that contains recording device or owner's

representative, from retrieving, obtaining or using data recorded, stored or transmitted from recording device, unless:

1) owner or owner's representative consents in writing at time data is retrieved, obtained or used; 2) recorded data is

retrieved or obtained by law enforcement officer pursuant to search warrant or court order, as specified; 3) recorded

data is used for purpose of improving motor vehicle safety, security or traffic management, including for medical

research on physical reaction to motor vehicle accidents, provided that identity of owner, operator or other vehicle

occupant is not disclosed with respect to data; 4) recorded data is retrieved or obtained by licensed new motor

vehicle dealer, motor vehicle repair or servicing facility & technician or mechanic at such facility, or vehicle mfr. &

used for sole purpose of diagnosing, servicing or repairing vehicle; 5) recorded data is accessed by emergency

response provider & used for sole purpose of determining need for or facilitating emergency medical response in

event of vehicle crash & assisting emergency response provider in performing its duties; or 6) recorded data is

retrieved or obtained pursuant to legally proper discovery request or order in civil action. Provides that any person

who retrieves or obtains recorded data, except law enforcement officer, as specified above, shall not further disclose

such data, except that person may further disclose data, as specified, if identity of owner, operator or other vehicle

occupant is not disclosed. Allows recorded data to be retrieved, obtained & used by subscription service provider

pursuant to subscription service agreement if agreement discloses that data may be recorded, stored & transmitted.

Provides that no person shall knowingly alter or delete data on recording device, or knowingly destroy recording

device within 2 yrs. after crash event that resulted in bodily injury or death. Provides that alteration or deletion of

data by recording device with overwriting or rewriting program or function, which is activated during vehicle’s

normal operation, shall not be considered knowing alteration or deletion, as specified.

Restricts access to event data recorder dataNew Jersey Pending3579

STATUS: Reported out of Assembly Consumer Affairs Cmte. 10/2/14. Amended on Assembly floor 11/13/14.

HB

Requires mfr. of new motor sold or leased in PA to disclose in vehicle owner’s manual whether new motor vehicle is

equipped with event data recorder & if so equipped description of data which can be recorded & notice that data

downloaded or otherwise retrieved by EDR or similar device can be used as evidence in legal proceedings. Allows

only authorized persons to download or otherwise retrieve EDR & no information downloaded or otherwise

retrieved by authorized persons may be released or shared with any individual except: 1) if vehicle owner consents

to downloading, retrieval, use, release or sharing; 2) court order, including after accident involving motor vehicle, is

lawfully issued; 3) EDR or data is retrieved or used for research purposes related to improving vehicle safety,

provide identity of registered owner or driver is not disclosed; 4) EDR or data is retrieved, used, released or shared

for purpose of diagnosing, servicing or repairing vehicle; or 5) NTSB makes request as part of official accident

investigation. Excludes subscription services.

Regulates motor vehicle event data recordersPennsylvania Failed to Pass879


SB

Similar to HB 879, above.

Regulates motor vehicle event data recordersPennsylvania Failed to Pass678

STATUS: Carried over from 2013 session. Died in Senate Transportation Cmte.

MOTORCYCLE EQUIPMENT LEGISLATION 2

SLS 14-011MOTORCYCLE EQUIPMENT


SB

Defines “pedalcycle with electric assist” as vehicle weighing not more than 100 lbs. with 2 or 3 wheels more than

11” in diameter, mfrd. or assembled with electric motor system rated at not more than 750 watts & equipped with

operable pedals & capable of speed not more than 20 mph on level surface when powered by motor source only.

Excludes device specifically designed for use by persons with disabilities. No person under age 16 shall operate

pedalcycle with electric assist.

Defines/regulates pedalcycle with electric assistPennsylvania Failed to Pass997

STATUS: Carried over from 2013 session. Reported out of Senate Transportation Cmte. 2/4/14. Passed Senate

3/31/14. Died in House Transportation Cmte.

MOTORCYCLE EQUIPMENT LEGISLATION 3

SLS 14-011MOTORCYCLE SAFETY/LICENSING


HR

Resolution directing Legislative Budget & Finance Cmte. to conduct study of reported motorcycle accidents. Riders

of all ages are involved in motorcycle accidents & should be included in study. Requires report to include, but not be

limited to: 1) number & trend of reported motorcycle accidents in last 10 yrs.; 2) number, trend & age of individuals

wearing helmets involved in reported motorcycle accidents over last 10 yrs.; 3) increase, if any, in injuries &

fatalities of riders of all ages specifically due to head trauma that may be attributed to not wearing helmets; 4)

comparison of change in motorcycle-related traumatic brain injury hospitalizations or deaths to change in other

traumatic motorcycle injury hospitalizations or deaths that do not result from head injury; 5) comparison of changes

in hospital charges for motorcycle-related head injury hospitalizations to changes in hospital charges for other

motorcycle-related injury hospitalizations that do not result from head injury before & after helmet law repeal; 6)

number of uninsured motorcycle riders involved in accidents over last decade; 7) change in percentage of

motorcycle riders wearing helmets before & after repeal of universal helmet law; & 8) analysis of policies

nationwide that have increased helmet usage &/or decreased number of head injuries resulting from motorcycle

accidents over past decade. Requires Legislative Budget & Finance Cmte. to report its findings to House

Transportation Cmte. within 1 yr. of resolution adoption & to update report every 3 yrs. after its initial report for 9

yrs.

Resolution to study reported motorcycle accidentsPennsylvania Failed to Pass420


MOTORCYCLE SAFETY/LICENSING LEGISLATION 4

SLS 14-011OHV/LAND USE


SB

Creates State Recreational Vehicle Fund Advisory Board consisting of 7 members appointed by DNR director: 2

snowmobile users, 2 APV [includes ATVs & ROVs] users, 2 OHM users & 1 powersports dealer. Requires Board to

provide advice to DNR regarding use of State Recreational Vehicle Fund [funded by all OHV taxes, fees & fines,

unless otherwise designated, for: 1) enforcement & administration; 2) expanding activities of DNR to provide trails

& other riding areas; 3) purchase of additional land for such purposes; 4) development & implementation of

programs relating to safe use & enjoyment of OHVs] & to study feasibility of establishing grant program to fund

recreational vehicle projects on both public & private lands. Requires Board, no later than 1 year after effective date,

to issue report of its findings & recommendations to DNR Director & specified members of Legislature.

Creates State Recreational Vehicle Fund Advisory BoardOhio Pending383

STATUS: In Senate Energy & Natural Resources Cmte.

+

HB

Exempts landowner whose land is used for approved snowmobile or ATV safety program from liability.

Relates to landowner liability for ATV safety programPennsylvania Failed to Pass267


HB

For landowner liability limitation purposes, further defines recreational purpose to specifically include ATV

(definition includes ROV) & OHM riding. Provides that court shall award attorney fees & direct legal costs to owner

who is found not to be liable for injury to person or property.

COMMENTS: Our lobbyist worked with PAOHV to advocate this legislation, which would encourage landowners

to open land for OHV use. Lobbyist testified at 3/18/13 Cmte. hearing. Provided MIC/SVIA/ROHVA comments in

support to all House Cmte. members prior to Cmte. hearing. Provided comments to all House members in

expectation of House vote.

Amends landowner liability limit law to include OHV ridingPennsylvania Failed to Pass544

STATUS: Carried over from 2013 session. Reported out of House Tourism & Recreational Development Cmte.

4/22/13. Failed to pass.

HB

For landowner liability limitation purposes, further defines recreational purpose to specifically include ATV

(definition includes ROV) & OHM riding.


STATUS: Died in House Tourism & Recreational Development Cmte.

HB

Current law provides for ATV & Snowmobile Program. This bill creates separate ATV Management & Snowmobile

Management Funds. Requires respective ATV & snowmobile registration & titling fees, enforcement fines, etc. &

gas tax refunds to be allocated into appropriate Fund. Requires money in current Fund to be divided based on active

ATV & snowmobile registrations. Related provisions.

COMMENTS: PAOHV requested introduction of bill due to concerns that ATV projects were receiving much less

than ATV contributions to the Fund.

Separates ATV & Snowmobile ProgramsPennsylvania Failed to Pass2047

STATUS: Hearing scheduled 6/18/14 in Tourism & Recreational Development Cmte. Died in House

Transportation; Tourism & Recreational Development Cmtes.

OHV/LAND USE LEGISLATION 5

SLS 14-011OHV/LAND USE


HB

Amends ATV definition to also include OHMs & trail bikes. Defines “OHM” as dual sport motorcycle & “trail

bike” as unlicensed motorcycle used for off-hwy. riding. Exempts properly registered & titled OHMs from ATV

registration & titling requirements. Requires development of OHM safety training & certification standards.

Prohibits OHM operators under age 16 unless operator: 1) is supervised; 2) is operating on parent/guardian’s land;

or 3) received OHM safety certificate as prescribed by this bill or holds recognized safety certificate from another

state or Canadian province; exempts operators who have received OHM training provided by certified ATV safety

instructor prior to publication of OHM safety training & certification standards. Specifies that nothing shall be

construed to require that ATVs be equipped with headlamps or tail lamps as requirement for sale.

COMMENTS: Current ATV requirements that would also be applicable to OHMs & trail bikes are: equipment

requirements [lighted headlamp; & tail lamp for nighttime operation & brakes]; helmets for all operators &

passengers operating on-hwy.; sound limits of 99 dBa when measured at 20" in accordance with ANSI/SAE

Recommended Practice J 1287; titling & registration requirements (for trail bikes); prohibition on operators under

age 8; 70 cc limit for operators age 8 or 9; & on-hwy. restrictions & limited uses, as specified.

Amends ATV definition to also include OHMs & trail bikesPennsylvania Failed to Pass2220

STATUS: Died in House Tourism & Recreational Development Cmte.

SB

Same as HB 544, above.

COMMENTS: See HB 544 comments, above.


STATUS: Carried over from 2013 session. Died in Senate Environmental Resources & Energy Cmte.

OHV/LAND USE LEGISLATION 6

SLS 14-011OPERATOR ISSUES


SB

Requires all motorcycle operators & passengers to wear helmets. [Currently, helmets are required for motorcycle

operators & passengers under age 21. Motorcycle operators & passengers age 21 & older are exempt from helmet

requirement if operator has had motorcycle endorsement for not less than 2 yrs. or passes approved motorcycle

safety course & has in effect security for 1st-party medical benefits in 1 of the following amounts: motorcycle

operator without passenger, not less than $20,000; or motorcycle operator with passenger, not less than

$20,000/person/occurrence. Motorcycle passengers are not required to wear helmet if passenger or operator meets

above insurance requirements.]

Requires all motorcycle riders to wear helmetsMichigan Pending1120

STATUS: In Senate Transportation Cmte.

+

AB

Same as SB 1614, below.

Prohibits checkpoints limited to certain types of vehiclesNew Jersey Pending2316

STATUS: Reported out of Assembly Transportation & Independent Authorities Cmte. 6/12/14. Passed Assembly

6/23/14. Reported out of Senate Transportation Cmte. 10/27/14.

SB

Amended. Prohibits law enforcement agencies from conducting roadside checkpoints or other systematic inspection

of vehicles along any public road, street or hwy. of NJ if roadside checkpoint or systematic inspection is established

for sole purpose of inspecting motorcycles. Provides that any other type of checkpoint, inspection or roadblock

conducted by law enforcement agency for legitimate public safety reasons is not restricted.

Prohibits checkpoints limited to certain types of vehiclesNew Jersey Pending1614

STATUS: Reported out of Senate Transportation Cmte. 10/27/14.

HB

Prohibits PA agency or political subdivision from accepting federal funds to establish systematic inspection program

based on stopping only particular type of vehicle, including motorcycles.

Relates to inspection programs targeting particular vehicle typePennsylvania Failed to Pass172


HB

Similar to HB 172, above.

Relates to inspection programs targeting particular vehicle typePennsylvania Failed to Pass173


SB

Allows motorcycle or pedalcycle operator approaching intersection controlled by traffic-control signal utilizing

vehicle detection device that is inoperative due to size of motorcycle or pedalcycle to proceed with due caution if

operator: (1) comes to full & complete stop at intersection; & (2) exercises due care as provided by law.

Allows motorcycles & pedalcycles to proceed through red signalPennsylvania Failed to Pass596

STATUS: Carried over from 2013 session. Died in Senate Transportation Cmte.

OPERATOR ISSUES LEGISLATION 7

SLS 14-011OPERATOR ISSUES


SR

Requests that Municipal Police Officers’ Training Commission ensure issues related to practice of motorcycle

profiling be addressed in training curriculum in conjunction with any existing training related to profiling.

Motorcycle profiling in police training curriculumPennsylvania Failed to Pass206

STATUS: Carried over from 2013 session. Died in Senate Law & Justice Cmte.

OPERATOR ISSUES LEGISLATION 8

Documents

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