DIGEST
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legislative instrument. The keyword, one-liner, abstract, and digest do not constitute part of the law
or proof or indicia of legislative intent. [R.S. 1:13(B) and 24:177(E)]
HB 248 Original 2015 Regular Session Lambert
Abstract: Authorizes the use of "neighborhood vehicles" on certain roads.
Proposed law defines a "neighborhood vehicle" as an electric four-wheeled vehicle originally
intended for use off-road on golf courses and other green spaces whose maximum speed is 25 mph.
Authorizes such vehicles to be operated at 25 mph or less on any road or street posted with a 35 mph
maximum speed limit. Requires certain minimum safety equipment on neighborhood vehicles
operating on the roadways and streets including signal lights, tail lights, break lights, reflectors,
exterior mirrors, a safety glass windshield, wipers, a speedometer, an odometer, brakes for each
wheel, seat belts, and a vehicle identification number.
Proposed law further requires registration of a neighborhood vehicle with the office of motor
vehicles (OMV) as an off-road vehicle and requires display of a decal issued by the OMV. Prohibits
operation by an unlicensed driver. Requires appropriate liability insurance. Allows the Dept. of
Transportation and Development or parish or municipal governments to prohibit the operation of
neighborhood vehicles on roads under their jurisdictions. Authorizes the promulgation of necessary
rules by the OMV.
(Adds R.S. 32:299.3)