Plain English Breakdown
The official status indicates the bill was vetoed; whether lawmakers overrode that veto is not confirmed in the provided metadata.
Rules for Driving Miniature On-Road Vehicles
This bill proposes rules, fees, and safety standards for driving small vehicles on certain roads in Georgia.
What This Bill Does
- Allows miniature on-road vehicles to be driven on specific highways.
- Sets standards for registering these vehicles with the state.
- Requires owners to pay an annual licensing fee and get license plates.
- Provides for certificates of title issued by the Department of Revenue.
- Sets equipment and operating standards for such vehicles.
- Gives local authorities the power to prohibit operation of miniature on-road vehicles in their areas.
Who It Names or Affects
- Owners of miniature on-road vehicles
- The Georgia Department of Revenue
- Local government authorities
Terms To Know
- Miniature on-road vehicle
- A small motorized vehicle defined by the bill for operation on certain highways.
- Certificate of title
- An official document issued by the Department of Revenue to prove ownership of a miniature on-road vehicle.
Limits and Unknowns
- The bill was vetoed by the governor, so it did not become law.
- Local authorities can choose to ban these vehicles in their own areas and must post notice of such prohibition upon highways.
- The text does not list every type of road where driving is allowed.