Introduced January 9, 2025
SB63
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Create a new section of KRS Chapter 186 to define "special purpose vehicle" and "street-legal special purpose vehicle"; allow street-legal special purpose vehicles to operate on a highway under certain circumstances; prohibit street-legal special purpose vehicles from traveling a distance greater than 20 miles on a highway displaying centerline pavement markings; require street-legal special purpose vehicles to register the vehicle and comply with all requirements of KRS Chapter 186; direct the Transportation Cabinet to promulgate administrative regulations; amend KRS 186.020 and 186.050 to conform
Plain-language summary
This bill creates a legal framework for a new category of vehicle called a "street-legal special purpose vehicle," allowing these vehicles to travel on public roads under certain conditions. Key rules include a 20-mile limit on highways that have centerline pavement markings, and owners must register their vehicles and follow existing motor vehicle laws. The Transportation Cabinet is directed to set additional rules for how these vehicles may operate. Who it may affect: owners and operators of special purpose vehicles, such as utility or off-road style vehicles, who wish to use them on public roads.
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Legislative History
Primary Sponsor
Brandon Storm
Senator · Senate District 21
Co-sponsors (10)
Danny Carroll
Senator · Senate District 02
Donald Douglas
Senator · Senate District 22
Scott Madon
Senator · Senate District 29
Mike Nemes
Senator · Senate District 38
Matt Nunn
Senator · Senate District 17
Craig Richardson
Senator · Senate District 03
Brandon Smith
Senator · Senate District 30
Lindsey Tichenor
Senator · Senate District 06
Robin Webb
Senator · Senate District 18
Phillip Wheeler
Senator · Senate District 31
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