HB 381 — Electric Mobility Device Amendments

- 7 - HB0381 compared with HB0381S03 (19) "Division" means the Motor Vehicle Division of the commission, created in Section 41-1a-106.

(24)(24)(a) (a) "Farm truck" means a truck used by the owner or operator of a farm solely for the owner's or operator's own use in the transportation of:

(25)- "Fleet"7 means:- H.B.

381 Enrolled Copy (25) "Fleet" means:

- 8 - HB0381 compared with HB0381S03 (29) "Hybrid electric motor vehicle" means a motor vehicle that draws propulsion energy from onboard sources of stored energy that are both:

(30)(30)(a) (a) "Identification number" means the identifying number assigned by the manufacturer or by the division for the purpose of identifying the vehicle, vessel, or outboard motor.

(32)(32)(a) (a) "In-state miles" means the total number of miles operated in this state during the preceding year by fleet power units.

(36) "Manufactured home" means a transportable factory built housing unit constructed on or- after8 June- 15,Enrolled 1976,Copy accordingH.B. to the Federal Home Construction and Safety Standards Act of 1974 (HUD Code), in one or more sections, which, in the traveling mode, is eight body feet or more in width or 40 body feet or more in length, or when erected on site, is 400 or more square feet, and which is built on a permanent chassis and designed to be used as a dwelling with or without a permanent foundation when connected to the required utilities, and includes the plumbing, heating, air-conditioning, and electrical systems.

-381 9or -after HB0381June compared15, with1976, HB0381S03according (37)to "Manufacturer"the meansFederal aHome personConstruction engagedand Safety Standards Act of 1974 (HUD Code), in one or more sections, which, in the businesstraveling ofmode, constructing,is manufacturing,eight assembling,body producing,feet or importingmore newin width or unused40 vehicles,body vessels,feet or outboardmore motorsin forlength, theor purposewhen oferected saleon site, is 400 or trade.more square feet, and which is built on a permanent chassis and designed to be used as a dwelling with or without a permanent foundation when connected to the required utilities, and includes the plumbing, heating, air-conditioning, and electrical systems.

(37) "Manufacturer" means a person engaged in the business of constructing, manufacturing, assembling, producing, or importing new or unused vehicles, vessels, or outboard motors for the purpose of sale or trade.

(41)(41)(a) (a) "Motor vehicle" means a self-propelled vehicle intended primarily for use and operation on the highways.

(45)(45)(a) (a) "Nonresident" means a person who is not a resident of this state as defined by Section 41-1a-202, and who does not engage in intrastate business within this state and does not operate in that business any motor vehicle, trailer, or semitrailer within this state.

(b) A person who engages in intrastate business within this state and operates in that business- any9 motor- vehicle,H.B. trailer, or semitrailer in this state or who, even though engaging in interstate commerce, maintains a vehicle in this state as the home station of that vehicle is considered a resident of this state, insofar as that vehicle is concerned in administering this chapter.

-381 10Enrolled -Copy HB0381business comparedany withmotor HB0381S03vehicle, (46)trailer, "Odometer"or meanssemitrailer in this state or who, even though engaging in interstate commerce, maintains a devicevehicle forin measuringthis andstate recordingas the actualhome distancestation aof that vehicle travelsis whileconsidered ina operation,resident butof doesthis notstate, includeinsofar anyas auxiliarythat odometervehicle designedis toconcerned bein periodicallyadministering reset.this chapter.

(46) "Odometer" means a device for measuring and recording the actual distance a vehicle travels while in operation, but does not include any auxiliary odometer designed to be periodically reset.

(49)(49)(a) (a) "Operate" means:

(52)(52)(a) (a) "Owner" means a person, other than a lienholder, holding title to a vehicle, vessel, or outboard motor whether or not the vehicle, vessel, or outboard motor is subject to a security interest.

(a)- is10 designed- andEnrolled marketedCopy asH.B. temporary living quarters for recreational, camping, travel, or seasonal use;

381 (a) is designed and marketed as temporary living quarters for recreational, camping, travel, or seasonal use;

and - 11 - HB0381 compared with HB0381S03 (d) is built on a single chassis mounted on wheels with a gross trailer area not exceeding 400 square feet in the setup mode.

(56)(56)(a) (a) "Pickup truck" means a two-axle motor vehicle with motive power manufactured, remanufactured, or materially altered to provide an open cargo area.

(59) "Preceding year" means a period of 12 consecutive months fixed by the division that is within 16 months immediately preceding the commencement of the registration or license year in which proportional registration is sought.

- 12 - HB0381 compared with HB0381S03 (64) "Registration" means a document issued by a jurisdiction that allows operation of a vehicle or vessel on the highways or waters of this state for the time period for which the registration- is11 valid- andH.B. that is evidence of compliance with the registration requirements of the jurisdiction.

381 Enrolled Copy registration is valid and that is evidence of compliance with the registration requirements of the jurisdiction.

(66)(66)(a) (a) "Registration year" means a 12 consecutive month period commencing with the completion of the applicable registration criteria.

(76)(76)(a) - 13 - HB0381 compared with HB0381S03 (a) "Special interest vehicle" means a vehicle used for general transportation purposes and that is:

or (ii) a make or model of motor vehicle recognized by the division director as having unique- interest12 or- historicEnrolled value.Copy H.B.

381 unique interest or historic value.

(77)(77)(a) (a) "Special mobile equipment" means a vehicle:

(79)(79)(a) (a) "Standard license plate" means a license plate for general issue described in Subsection 41-1a-402(1).

- 14 - HB0381 compared with HB0381S03 (b) "Standard license plate" includes a license plate for general issue that the division issues before January 1, 2024.

(81) "Street-legal all-terrain vehicle" or "street-legal ATV" means the same as that term is defined- in13 Section- 41-6a-102.H.B.

381 Enrolled Copy defined in Section 41-6a-102.

(84)(84)(a) (a) "Total fleet miles" means the total number of miles operated in all jurisdictions during the preceding year by power units.

- 15 - HB0381 compared with HB0381S03 (92) "Vehicle" includes a motor vehicle, trailer, semitrailer, off-highway vehicle, camper, park model recreational vehicle, manufactured home, and mobile home.

Section- 4.14 - Enrolled Copy H.B.

381 Section 4.

41-6a-102.41-6a-102 (Effective 05/06/26) (Partially Repealed 07/01/27).

(7)(7)(a) (a) "Bicycle" means a wheeled vehicle:

(8)(8)(a) - 16 - HB0381 compared with HB0381S03 (a) "Bicycle lane" means a portion of a highway that has been designated by a highway authority through striping, signage, pavement markings, or barriers for the preferential or exclusive use of bicycle, electric assisted bicycle, and motor assisted scooter traffic.

(9)(9)(a) (a) "Bus" means a motor vehicle:

(10)(10)(a) (a) "Circular intersection" means an intersection that has an island, generally circular- in15 design,- locatedH.B. in the center of the intersection where traffic passes to the right of the island.

381 Enrolled Copy circular in design, located in the center of the intersection where traffic passes to the right of the island.

(11) {(a)} "Class 1 electric assisted bicycle" means an electric assisted bicycle equipped with a motor or electronics that:

{[(a){]}(a) {(i)} } provides assistance only when the rider is pedaling;

and {[(b){]}(b) {(ii)} } ceases to provide assistance when the bicycle reaches the speed of 20 miles per hour.

{(b) "Class 1 electric assisted bicycle" does not include a programmable electric assisted bicycle capable of operating as a class 2 electric assisted bicycle or a class 3 electric assisted bicycle.} (12) {(a)} "Class 2 electric assisted bicycle" means an electric assisted bicycle equipped with a motor or electronics that:

{[(a){]}(a) {(i)} } may be used exclusively to propel the bicycle;

and {[(b){]}(b) {(ii)} } is not capable of providing assistance when the bicycle reaches the speed of 20 miles per hour.

- 17 - HB0381 compared with HB0381S03 {(b) "Class 2 electric assisted bicycle" does not include a programmable electric assisted bicycle capable of operating as a class 3 electric assisted bicycle.} (13) {(a)} "Class 3 electric assisted bicycle" means an electric assisted bicycle equipped with a motor or electronics that:

{[(a){]}(a) {(i)} } provides assistance only when the rider is pedaling;

{[(b){]}(b) {(ii)} } ceases to provide assistance when the bicycle reaches the speed of 28 miles per hour;

and {[(c){]}(c) {(iii)} } is equipped with a speedometer.

{(b) "Class 3 electric assisted bicycle" includes a programmable electric assisted bicycle that is capable of operating as a class 3 electric assisted bicycle.} (14) "Commissioner" means the commissioner of the Department of Public Safety.

(i)(i)(A) (A) the curbs;

and (ii) in the absence of a sidewalk on one side of the roadway, that part of a roadway included within the extension of the lateral lines of the existing sidewalk at right angles- to16 the- centerline;Enrolled Copy H.B.

381 angles to the centerline;

- 18 - HB0381 compared with HB0381S03 (19) "Divided highway" means a highway divided into two or more roadways by:

(21)(21)(a) (a) "Electric assisted bicycle" means a bicycle with an electric motor that:

or] (v) any other vehicle with less than four wheels that is designed, manufactured, intended, or advertised by the seller to have any of the following capabilities or features, or that is modifiable or is modified to have any of the following capabilities- or17 features:- H.B.

381 Enrolled Copy capabilities or features:

or - 19 - HB0381 compared with HB0381S03 (D) if equipped with multiple operating modes and a throttle, has one or more modes that exceed 20 miles per hour on motor power alone.

(22)(22)(a) (a) "Electric personal assistive mobility device" means a self-balancing device with:

{and} or (b) capable of exceeding a speed of 20 miles per hour using the power of the electric motor alone.

[(24)] (25) "Explosives" means a chemical compound or mechanical mixture commonly used or intended for the purpose of producing an explosion and that contains any oxidizing and combustive units or other ingredients in proportions, quantities, or packing so that an ignition by fire, friction, concussion, percussion, or detonator of any part of the compound or mixture may cause a sudden generation of highly heated gases, and the resultant gaseous pressures are capable of producing destructive effects on contiguous- objects18 or- ofEnrolled causingCopy deathH.B. or serious bodily injury.

381 contiguous objects or of causing death or serious bodily injury.

[(28)] (29)(29)(a) - 20 - HB0381 compared with HB0381S03 (a) "Golf cart" means a device that:

(32)(32)(a) (a) "High power electric device" means a self-propelled vehiclevehicle, , other than a motor vehicle subject to the title and registration requirement described in Chapter 1a, Motor Vehicle Act, powered by an electric motor that is capable of traveling more than 20 miles per hour on the power of the electric motor alone.

(b) "High power electric device" includesincludes: {an electric motorcycle.} :

{[(31)](i) (33)} an electric assisted bicycle that has modified or tampered equipment beyond the manufacturer's original settings to change the speed or power output;

and (ii) an electric assisted bicycle that has been modified to be capable of traveling more than- 2019 miles- perH.B. hour on the power of the electric motor alone.

381 Enrolled Copy than 20 miles per hour on the power of the electric motor alone.

and - 21 - HB0381 compared with HB0381S03 (b) equipped with retractable flanged wheels that allow the vehicle to travel on a highway or railroad tracks.

[(35)] (37)(37)(a) (a) "Intersection" means the area embraced within the prolongation or connection of the lateral curb lines, or, if none, then the lateral boundary lines of the roadways of two or more highways that join one another.

[(37)] (39)(39)(a) (a) "Lane filtering" means, when operating a motorcycle other than an autocycle, the act of overtaking and passing another vehicle that is stopped in the same direction of travel in the same lane.

[(38)] (40)(40)(a) - 22 - HB0381 compared with HB0381S03 (a) "Lane splitting" means, when operating a motorcycle other than an autocycle, the act of riding a motorcycle between clearly marked lanes for traffic traveling in the same direction of travel while traffic is in motion.

(b)- "Lane20 splitting"- doesEnrolled notCopy includeH.B. lane filtering.

381 (b) "Lane splitting" does not include lane filtering.

[(42)] (44)(44)(a) (a) "Low-speed vehicle" means a four wheeled motor vehicle that:

and (ii) has a capacity of not more than six passengers, including a conventional driver or fallback-fallback-ready ready user if on board the vehicle, as those terms are defined in Section 41-26-102.1.

[(44)] (46)(46)(a) (a) "Mini-motorcycle" means a motorcycle [or motor-driven cycle ]that has a seat or saddle that is less than 24 inches from the ground as measured on a level surface with properly inflated tires.

and - 23 - HB0381 compared with HB0381S03 (ii) equipped for use as a conveyance on streets and highways;

(i)- the21 advertising,- sale,H.B. display, or promotion of merchandise or services;

381 Enrolled Copy (i) the advertising, sale, display, or promotion of merchandise or services;

[(47)] (49)(49)(a) (a) "Moped" means a [motor-driven cycle ] motorcycle having:

[(48)] (50)(50)(a) (a) "Motor assisted scooter" means a self-propelled device with:

and - 24 - HB0381 compared with HB0381S03 (vi) a maximum speed of 20 miles per hour on a paved level surface.

(b) "Motor assisted scooter" does not include[:] {[(i)} } an electric assisted bicycle.

or] [(ii) a motor-driven cycle.] [(49)]- (51)22 (a)- {Enrolled anCopy electricH.B. assisted bicycle.

{[(49)]381 (51)}[(49)] {(a)}(51)(a) "Motor vehicle" means a vehicle that is self-propelled and a vehicle that is propelled by electric power obtained from overhead trolley wires, but not operated upon rails.

[(50)] (52)(52)(a) (a) "Motorcycle" means:

[(a)] (i) a motor vehicle, other than a tractor, having a seat or saddle for the use of the rider and designed to travel with not more than three wheels in contact with the ground;[ {[} or] [(b)] (ii) an autocycle[.] ;

[(51)[(51)(a) (a) "Motor-driven cycle" means a motorcycle, moped, and a motorized bicycle having:] [(i) an engine with less than 150 cubic centimeters displacement;

or] - 25 - HB0381 compared with HB0381S03 [(ii) a motor that produces not more than five horsepower.] [(b) "Motor-driven cycle" does not include:] [(i) an electric personal assistive mobility device;] [(ii) a motor assisted scooter;

[(54)] (55) "Off-highway vehicle" means the same as that term is defined under Section 41-22-2.- 23 - H.B.

381 Enrolled Copy 41-22-2.

[(58)] (59)(59)(a) (a) "Park" or "parking" means the standing of a vehicle, whether the vehicle is occupied or not.

- 26 - HB0381 compared with HB0381S03 [(63)] (64) "Pole trailer" means a vehicle without motive power:

[(64)]- (65)24 "Private- roadEnrolled orCopy driveway"H.B. means every way or place in private ownership and used for vehicular travel by the owner and those having express or implied permission from the owner, but not by other persons.

381 [(64)] (65) "Private road or driveway" means every way or place in private ownership and used for vehicular travel by the owner and those having express or implied permission from the owner, but not by other persons.

[(71)] (72)(72)(a) (a) "Roadway" means that portion of highway improved, designed, or ordinarily used for vehicular travel.

- 27 - HB0381 compared with HB0381S03 [(72)] (73) "Safety zone" means the area or space officially set apart within a roadway for the exclusive use of pedestrians and that is protected, marked, or indicated by adequate signs as to be plainly visible at all times while set apart as a safety zone.

[(73)] (74)(74)(a) (a) "School bus" means a motor vehicle that:

(i) complies with the color and identification requirements of the most recent edition of ["Minimum Standards for School Buses"{]Buses"; "The National School Transportation Specifications and Procedures"};

and (ii)- is25 used- toH.B. transport school children to or from school or school activities.

381 Enrolled Copy (ii) is used to transport school children to or from school or school activities.

[(75)] (76)(76)(a) (a) "Semitrailer" means a vehicle with or without motive power:

- 28 - HB0381 compared with HB0381S03 [(78)] (79)(79)(a) (a) "Soft-surface trail" means a marked trail surfaced with sand, rock, or dirt that is designated for the use of a bicycle.

[(80)] (81) "Stand" or "standing" means the temporary halting of a vehicle, whether occupied- or26 not,- forEnrolled theCopy purposeH.B. of and while actually engaged in receiving or discharging passengers.

381 occupied or not, for the purpose of and while actually engaged in receiving or discharging passengers.

- 29 - HB0381 compared with HB0381S03 [(89)] (90) "Traffic-control device" means a sign, signal, marking, or device not inconsistent with this chapter placed or erected by a highway authority for the purpose of regulating, warning, or guiding traffic.

[(91)] (92)(92)(a) (a) "Trailer" means a vehicle with or without motive power designed for carrying persons or property and for being drawn by a motor vehicle and constructed so that no part of its weight rests upon the towing vehicle.

[(93)]- (94)27 "Truck- tractor"H.B. means a motor vehicle:

381 Enrolled Copy [(93)] (94) "Truck tractor" means a motor vehicle:

41-6a-526.41-6a-526 (Effective 05/06/26).

- 30 - HB0381 compared with HB0381S03 (a) "Alcoholic beverage" has the same meaning as defined in Section 32B-1-102.

(d)(d)(i) (i) "Passenger compartment" means the area of the vehicle normally occupied by the operator and passengers.

(2) A person may not drink an alcoholic beverage while operating a golf cart, a motor vehicle, a motor assisted scooter, or [a class 2 ] an electric assisted bicycle, or while a passenger- in28 a- motorEnrolled vehicle,Copy whetherH.B. the vehicle is moving, stopped, or parked on any highway or waters of the state.

381 passenger in a motor vehicle, whether the vehicle is moving, stopped, or parked on any highway or waters of the state.

41-6a-706.5.41-6a-706.5 (Effective 05/06/26).

- 31 - HB0381 compared with HB0381S03 (a) a pedestrian, including a person engaged in work upon a highway or upon utilities facilities along a highway or providing emergency services within the right-of-way of a highway;

[(ix)]- (x)29 a- motorH.B. assisted scooter;

[(x)381 aEnrolled motor-drivenCopy cycle;][(ix)] {[(xi){]}(x) {(x)}a }motor aassisted motorcycle;scooter;

{[(xii){]}[(x) {(xi)}a }motor-driven acycle;] manual(xi) wheelchair;a motorcycle;

or(xii) {[(xiii){]} {(xii)} } a golfmanual cart.wheelchair;

or (xiii) a golf cart.

(3)(3)(a) (a) Except as provided in Subsection (3)(b), a violation of Subsection (2) is an infraction.

-41-6a-1115 32(Effective -05/05/27). HB0381 compared with HB0381S03 41-6a-1115.

(1)(1)(a) (a) Except as otherwise provided in this section, a motor assisted scooter is subject to the provisions under this chapter for a bicycle.

or (B) [person ] an individual operating a bicycle or vehicle or device propelled by human- power;30 - Enrolled Copy H.B.

381 human power;

(b) on publica propertyfreeway; posted as an area prohibiting bicycles;

[(b)] (c) whileon carryingpublic moreproperty [persons]posted individualsas atan onearea timeprohibiting thanbicycles; the number for which it is designed;

-[(c)] 33 - HB0381 compared with HB0381S03 (d) thatwhile hascarrying beenmore structurally[persons] orindividuals mechanically altered from the original manufacturer's design, except for an alteration by, or done at theone requesttime of,than a person who rents the motornumber assisted scooter to lower the maximum speed for thewhich motorit assistedis scooter;designed;

or[(d)] (e) that has been structurally or mechanically altered from the original manufacturer's design, except for an alteration by, or done at the request of, a speedperson ofwho greaterrents thanthe 15motor milesassisted perscooter hourto orlower inthe violationmaximum ofspeed Subsectionfor 41-6a-1115.1(3).the motor assisted scooter;

or [(e)] (f) at a speed of greater than 15 miles per hour or in violation of Subsection 41-6a-1115.1(3).

41-6a-1115.5.41-6a-1115.5 (Effective 05/05/27).

{(EffectiveElectric 01/01/27)}(Effective 05/05/27)Electric assisted bicycles -- Restrictions -- Penalties.

(2)- An31 individual- mayH.B. operate an electric assisted bicycle on a path or trail designated for the use of a bicycle.

(3)381 (a)Enrolled ACopy local(2) authorityAn orindividual state agency may adoptoperate an ordinance or rule to regulate or restrict the use of an electric assisted bicycle,bicycle or a specific classification of an electric assisted bicycle, on a sidewalk,path path, or trail withindesignated for the jurisdictionuse of thea localbicycle. authority or state agency.

(3)(a) A local authority or state agency may adopt an ordinance or rule to regulate or restrict the use of an electric assisted bicycle, or a specific classification of an electric assisted bicycle, on a sidewalk, path, or trail within the jurisdiction of the local authority or state agency.

[(4) An individual under 16 years old may not operate a class 3 electric assisted bicycle{bicycle.] or a programmable electric assisted bicycle capable of operating as a class 3 electric assisted bicycle on a highway}.] [(5) An individual under 14 years old may not operate an electric assisted bicycle with the electric motor engaged on any public property, highway, path, or sidewalk unless the individual is under the direct supervision of the individual's parent or guardian.] - 34 - HB0381 compared with HB0381S03 (4) An individual eight years old or older and younger than 16 years old may operate an electric assisted bicycle with the motor engaged on a highway if the individual:

(8)(8)(a) (a) [Beginning January 1, 2017, each ] A Utah-based manufacturer of an electric assisted bicycle and [each] a distributor of an electric assisted bicycle in Utah shall permanently affix a label in a prominent location on the electric assisted bicycle.

(c) A Utah-based manufacturer or commercial seller shall ensure that a programmable electric- assisted32 bicycle- isEnrolled equippedCopy withH.B. a conspicuous label indicating the class or classes of electric assisted bicycle of which the programmable electric assisted bicycle is capable of operating.

381 electric assisted bicycle is equipped with a conspicuous label indicating the class or classes of electric assisted bicycle of which the programmable electric assisted bicycle is capable of operating.

YOUR INSURANCE POLICIES MAY NOT PROVIDE COVERAGE FOR ACCIDENTS INVOLVING THE USE OF THIS - 35 - HB0381 compared with HB0381S03 VEHICLE.

{(9)} {(a) It is unlawful for an individual to knowingly modify or tamper with equipment on an electric assisted bicycle to change the power or speed output.} {(b) An individual who violates Subsection (9)(a) is subject to a $100 fine for a first conviction and a $250 fine for a second or subsequent conviction.} {(10)} {(a) An individual or business may not rent, loan, or give a class 3 electric assisted bicycle to an individual who does not have either a valid class D driver license or a personal electric vehicle safety certificate as described in Section 41-6a-1512.} {(b) Notwithstanding Subsection (10)(a), an individual or business may not rent, loan, or give a class 3 electric assisted bicycle to an individual 16 years old or younger.} {[(9){]} {(11)} } (a) An individual who violates this section is guilty of an infraction.

(b) {A } If an individual younger than 18 years old violates a provision of this section, a peace officer may hold an electric assisted bicycle involved in a violation of this section or for a moving violation under this chapter and release the electric assisted bicycle to a parent or guardian of the individual accused of a {violation of this section or a moving } violation {under this chapter} as described in Section 41-6a-1115.6.

{[(10){]}(10) {(12)} } [A class 2 ] An electric assisted bicycle is subject to the restrictions of Section 41-6a-526.

Section 941-6a-1115.6 is enacted to read:

41-6a-1115.6.41-6a-1115.6 (Effective 05/06/26).

(1)- As33 used- inH.B. this section:

-381 36Enrolled -Copy HB0381(1) comparedAs withused HB0381S03in (a)this "Hold"section: means an action by a peace officer to take into custody and retain an individual's personal electric device.

(a) "Hold" means an action by a peace officer to take into custody and retain an individual's personal electric device.

41-6a-1116.41-6a-1116 (Effective 05/06/26).

(1)(1)(a) (a) Except as otherwise provided in this section, an electric personal assistive mobility device is subject to the provisions under this chapter for a bicycle[, moped, or a motor-driven cycle].

(b) For{[For }[a[a person ] { } an individual operating an electric personal assistive mobility device, the following provisions do not apply:

(2) [A person ] An individual under [15] 16 years old may not operate an electric personal assistive mobility device using the motor unless the{[the }[person[person ] { } individual is under the direct supervision of the{[the }[person's[person's ] { } individual's parent or [guardian] a responsible adult.

or (c) that has been structurally or mechanically altered from the original manufacturer's design.- 34 - Enrolled Copy H.B.

-381 37design. - HB0381 compared with HB0381S03 (4) An owner may not authorize or knowingly permit{[ }[a person ] { } an individual to operate an electric personal assistive mobility device in violation of this section.

(4) An owner may not authorize or knowingly permit [a person ] an individual to operate an electric personal assistive mobility device in violation of this section.

(6) [A person ] An individual operating an electric personal assistive mobility device shall yield to a pedestrian or other{[other }[person[person ] { } individual using a mobility aid.

(7)(7)(a) (a) An electric personal assistive mobility device may be operated on:

(9) [A person ] An individual may not operate an electric personal assistive mobility device while carrying an article that prevents the{[the }[person[person ] { } individual from keeping both hands on the handlebars or interferes with the [person's] individual's ability to safely operate the electric personal assistive mobility device.

(10) Only one{[one }[person[person ] { } individual may operate an electric personal assistive mobility device at a time.

-41-6a-1501 38(Effective -05/06/26). HB0381 compared with HB0381S03 41-6a-1501.

Motorcycle-- Place for operator to ride -- Passengers.- 35 - H.B.

381 Enrolled Copy Passengers.

(2)(2)(a) (a) Except as provided in Subsection (2)(b):

(b) If a motorcycle[ or motor-driven cycle] is designed to carry more than one{[one }[person][person] { } individual, a passenger may ride on:

(i) the permanent and regular seat, if designed for two{[two }[persons][persons] { } individuals;

41-6a-1502.41-6a-1502 (Effective 05/06/26).

(1)(1)(a) (a) A motorcycle [or a motor-driven cycle ]is entitled to full use of a lane.

(b) An individual may not operate a motor vehicle in a manner that deprives a motorcycle [or motor-motor-driven driven cycle ]of the full use of a lane.

- 39 - HB0381 compared with HB0381S03 (c) This Subsection (1) does not apply to motorcycles [or motor-driven cycles ]operated two abreast in a single lane.

(3)(3)(a) (a) Except as described in Subsection (3)(b), an individual may not operate a motorcycle- [or36 motor-- drivenEnrolled cycleCopy ]between:H.B.

381 motorcycle [or motor-driven cycle ]between:

41-6a-1503.41-6a-1503 (Effective 05/06/26).

(1) [A person ] An individual riding on a motorcycle[ or motor-driven cycle] may not attach [himself][ himself] themselves to any other vehicle on a roadway.

41-6a-1504.41-6a-1504 (Effective 05/06/26).

41-6a-1505.41-6a-1505 (Effective 05/06/26).

- 40 - HB0381 compared with HB0381S03 (1) [A person ] An individual under [the age of 21] 21 years old may not operate or ride [any of ]the following on a highway unless the{[the }[person][person] { } individual is wearing protective headgear that complies with specifications adopted under [Subsection (3)] Subsection (4):

[(b) a motor-driven cycle;] [(c){]- {(b)}37 }- {[}H.B. a class 3 {] an }electric assisted bicycle;

381 Enrolled Copy [(c) a class 3 electric assisted bicycle;

or [(d)] (c){(e)}(e) an autocycle that is not fully enclosed.

[(4)] (5) A court shall waive $8 of a fine charged to [a person ] an individual operating a vehicle described in Subsection (1) for a moving traffic violation if the{[the }[person[person ] { } individual was:

and (b) wearing protective headgear that complies with the specifications adopted under [Subsection[ Subsection (3) ] Subsection (4) at the time of operation.

[(7)] (8)(8)(a) - 41 - HB0381 compared with HB0381S03 (a) A violation of this section is an infraction.

41-6a-1506.- 38 - Enrolled Copy H.B.

381 41-6a-1506 (Effective 05/06/26).

- 42 - HB0381 compared with HB0381S03 (i) a muffler and emission control system in accordance with Section 41-6a-1626 that, when factory equipped, may not be removed;

[(3) The department may require an inspection of the braking system on a motor-driven cycle and disapprove a braking system that is not designed or constructed as to insure reasonable and reliable performance in actual use in accordance with Section 41-6a-1623.] [(4) A person may not operate a motor-driven cycle on a highway if the department has disapproved- the39 braking- systemH.B. on the motor-driven cycle.] [(5) (a) Upon notice to the party to whom the motor-driven cycle is registered, the department may suspend the registration of a motor-driven cycle if the department has disapproved the braking system under this section.] [(b) The Motor Vehicle Division shall, under Subsection 41-1a-109(1)(e) or (2), refuse to register a motor-driven cycle if it has reason to believe the motor-driven cycle has a braking system disapproved under this section.] [(6)] (3) A violation of this section is an infraction.

381 Enrolled Copy disapproved the braking system on the motor-driven cycle.] [(5)(a) Upon notice to the party to whom the motor-driven cycle is registered, the department may suspend the registration of a motor-driven cycle if the department has disapproved the braking system under this section.] [(b) The Motor Vehicle Division shall, under Subsection 41-1a-109(1)(e) or (2), refuse to register a motor-driven cycle if it has reason to believe the motor-driven cycle has a braking system disapproved under this section.] [(6)] (3) A violation of this section is an infraction.

Section 1741-6a-1511 is enacted to read:

41-6a-1511.41-6a-1511 (Effective 05/06/26).

(1)(1)(a) (1){(a)} An individual operating a high power electric device, including an electric motorcycle, has all rights and is subject to all provisions of this chapter applicable to an operator of a motorcycle.

(2)(2)(a) (a) A local authority may adopt an ordinance or a state agency may adopt a rule to regulate or restrict the use of a high power electric device on a sidewalk, path, or trail within the jurisdiction of the local authority or state agency.

(b) When enacting ordinances or making rules related to the use of a pathway or soft-surface trail, and during the planning or construction of a pathway or soft-surface trail, a local authority or state - 43 - HB0381 compared with HB0381S03 agency shall consider accommodations and increased trail access by a person with a mobility disability.

(3){(4)}(4) The owner of a high power electric device may not authorize or knowingly permit an individual to operate a high power electric device in violation of this section.

(4){(5)}(5) (a)An Beginningindividual Januarymay 1,not 2027,operate a commercialhigh sellerpower ofelectric anydevice newon or used vehicle shall clearly and conspicuously provide the disclosure described in Subsection (4)(b) to a prospectivefreeway. purchaser at the time of sale and in any advertising materials, online website, or social media post promoting the vehicle if the vehicle:

(6)(a) Beginning January 1, 2027, a commercial seller of any new or used vehicle shall clearly and conspicuously provide the disclosure described in Subsection (6)(b) to a prospective purchaser at the time of sale and in any advertising materials, online website, or social media post promoting the vehicle if the vehicle:

(ii)- is40 powered- byEnrolled anCopy electricH.B. motor;

381 (ii) is powered by an electric motor;

(b) The disclosure required under Subsection (4)(a)(6)(a) shall state;state:

TO DETERMINE IF COVERAGE IS PROVIDED YOU SHOULD CONTACT YOUR INSURANCE COMPANY OR AGENT." (c) A commercial seller of {any } a new or used {electric assisted bicycle or } high power electric device shall inform prospective purchasers of state law requirements for insurance and registration applying to operators of {electric assisted bicycles and } high power electric devices.

{(5)(7) {An individual may not knowingly modify or tamper with equipment on a high power electric device to change the power or speed output.} } (6) Except for offenses otherwise provided under this chapter, an individual who violates this section is guilty of an infraction.

Section 1841-6a-1512 is enacted to read:

41-6a-1512.41-6a-1512 (Effective 05/05/27).

{(EffectiveSafety 01/01/27)}(Effective 05/05/27)Safety program -- Personal electric vehicles.

- 44 - HB0381 compared with HB0381S03 (1) As used in this section:

(c) issue a personal electric vehicle safety certificate to an individual who successfully completes the program;and {(d) {collect a fee of $10 for from each applicant for administration of the program;

and}and }(d) (e){(d)} ensure that an individual may complete the program online.

(3)- The41 department- may:H.B.

(3){(a)}381 {TheEnrolled departmentCopy may(3) }The contractdepartment withmay: another person to implement the program{.} ;

(a) contract with another person to implement the program;

(4)(4)(a) (4){(a)} An individual {who is } eight years old or older and younger than {18 } 16 years old may not operate a personal electric vehicle on a highway in this state unlessunless: {the individual obtains a personal electric vehicle safety certificate.} :

- 45 - HB0381 compared with HB0381S03 (5) AAn person may not rent a personal electric vehicle to an individual underyounger {18than } 16 years old unlessmay thenot individual who will operate thea personal electric vehicle {presentson thea certificatefreeway. described in Subsection (2)(c).} :

(6) A person may not rent a personal electric vehicle to an individual under 16 years old unless the individual who will operate the personal electric vehicle:

(6)(7)(a) (a) In addition to the governmental immunity granted in Title 63G, Chapter 7, Governmental Immunity Act of Utah, the state is immune from suit for any act, or failure to act, in any capacity relating to the personal electric vehicle safety education and training program.

(7)(8) A violation of this section by an operator of a personal electric vehicle:

(7){(8)}(9) A violation of this section is an infraction and a fine associated with a conviction under this section may not exceed $150 per offense.

Section 1941-6a-1513 is enacted to read:

41-6a-1513.41-6a-1513 (Effective 05/06/26).

(1)- As42 used- inEnrolled thisCopy section:H.B.

381 (1) As used in this section:

- 46 - HB0381 compared with HB0381S03 Section 20.

41-22-2.41-22-2 (Effective 05/06/26) (Partially Repealed 07/01/27).

(3)(3)(a) (a) "All-terrain type II vehicle" means any motor vehicle 80 inches or less in width, traveling on four or more low pressure tires, having a steering wheel, non-straddle seating, a rollover protection system, and designed for or capable of travel over unimproved terrain, and is:

(4)- (a)43 "All-terrain- typeH.B. III vehicle" means any other motor vehicle, not defined in Subsection (2), (3), (13), or (24), designed for or capable of travel over unimproved terrain.

381 Enrolled Copy (4)(a) "All-terrain type III vehicle" means any other motor vehicle, not defined in Subsection (2), (3), (13), or (24), designed for or capable of travel over unimproved terrain.

- 47 - HB0381 compared with HB0381S03 (9) "Low pressure tire" means any pneumatic tire six inches or more in width designed for use on wheels with rim diameter of 14 inches or less and utilizing an operating pressure of 10 pounds per square inch or less as recommended by the vehicle manufacturer.

(11)(11)(a) (a) "Motor vehicle" means every vehicle which is self-propelled.

(16)(16)(a) (a) "Off-highway vehicle facility" means a facility or area designated for use by an off-highway vehicle.

(b) "Off-highway vehicle facility" includes a trail, trailhead, storage shed, water and electric infrastructure, or other infrastructure that provides or increases access to an area- designated44 for- useEnrolled byCopy anH.B. off-highway vehicle.

381 area designated for use by an off-highway vehicle.

- 48 - HB0381 compared with HB0381S03 (23) "Roadway" is used as defined in Section 41-6a-102.

41-22-3.5.41-22-3.5 (Effective 05/06/26).

(1) Unless exempted under Section 41-22-9, or unless the off-highway vehicle or street-legal all-terrain vehicle is registered for a 24-month period as provided in Section 41-1a-215.5, [every] an off-off-highway highway vehicle registration, [every] a registration card, and [every][ every] a registration sticker issued under this chapter for the first registration of the off-highway vehicle in this state, continues in effect for a period of 12 months beginning with the first day of the calendar month of registration and does not expire until the last day of the same month in the following year.

(2) If the last day of the registration period falls on a day in which the appropriate state or county- offices45 are- notH.B. open for business, the registration of the off-highway vehicle is extended to [12 ]midnight of the next business day.

(3)381 (a)Enrolled TheCopy [division]county Motoroffices Vehicleare Divisionnot mayopen receive applications for registrationbusiness, renewalthe and issue new registration cardsof atthe anyoff-highway timevehicle [prioris to]extended beforeto the[12 expiration]midnight of the registration,next subjectbusiness today. the availability of renewal materials.

(3)(a) The [division] Motor Vehicle Division may receive applications for registration renewal and issue new registration cards at any time [prior to] before the expiration of the registration, subject to the availability of renewal materials.

(4)(4)(a) (a) The new registration shall retain the same expiration month as recorded on the original registration even if the registration has expired.

- 49 - HB0381 compared with HB0381S03 (5) If the registration renewal application is an application generated by the [division] Motor Vehicle Division through its automated system, the owner need not surrender the last registration card or duplicate.

53-3-202.53-3-202 (Effective 05/05/27).

{(EffectiveDrivers 01/01/27)}(Effective 05/05/27)Drivers shall be licensed -- Violation.

(c)(c)(i) (i) driving a road roller, road machinery, or any farm tractor or implement of husbandry temporarily drawn, moved, or propelled on the highways;

(e) a nonresident who is at least 18 years old and who has in the nonresident's immediate possession a valid license certificate issued to the nonresident in the nonresident's home state or country if driving in the class or classes identified on the home state license- certificate,46 except- thoseEnrolled personsCopy referredH.B. to in Part 6, Drivers' License Compact, of this chapter;

381 license certificate, except those persons referred to in Part 6, Drivers' License Compact, of this chapter;

or - 50 - HB0381 compared with HB0381S03 (b) is exempted under either Subsection (1)(b) or (1)(c).

(3)(3)(a) (a) A human driver may not drive a motor vehicle as a taxicab on a highway of this state unless the [person ] individual has a valid class D driver license issued by the division.

(4)(4)(a) (a) [Except as provided in Subsections (4)(b), (c), (d), and (e), a ] A human driver may not- operate:47 - H.B.

381 Enrolled Copy not operate:

- 51 - HB0381 compared with HB0381S03 (i) operating a motor assisted scooter, as defined in Section 41-6a-102, in accordance with Section 41-6a-1115;

(5)(5)(a) (a) As used in this Subsection (5), "personal electric vehicle safety certificate" means the same as that term is defined in Section 41-6a-1512.

(b) An individual under {18 } 16 years old:

(ii){(A)}(A) {may not operate an electric assisted bicycle on a highway unless } the individual obtains a personal electric vehicle safety certificate{.}certificate; ;

(c) An individual who is {18 } 16 years old or older may operate {a class 1 or class 2 } an electric assisted bicycle or a motor assisted scooter on a highway without:

(ii)- a48 motorcycle- endorsement;Enrolled Copy H.B.

381 (ii) a motorcycle endorsement;

(d) {An } Notwithstanding the requirement described in Subsection (4)(a)(i), an individual who is {18 } 16 years old or older may operate a {class 3 } high power electric {assisted bicycle } device on a highway if the individual {obtains:} has a class D driver license.

(i){(6)}(6) {aA classpeace Dofficer drivermay license;not stop an individual under suspicion of that individual violating Subsection (5) unless the peace officer observes the individual violate another provision of law.

or}[(5)] A(7) peaceAn officerautomated maydriving notsystem stopas andefined individualin underSection suspicion41-26-102.1 ofis thatnot individualrequired violatingto Subsectionhave (5)a unlessdriver thelicense. peace officer observes the individual violate another provision of law.

[(5)][(6)] (7)(8)(a) {aA personalperson electricwho vehicleviolates safetythis certificate.}section {[(5)] (6)} An automated driving system as defined in Section 41-26-102.1 is notguilty requiredof toan haveinfraction. a driver license.

[(6)](b) (7){(8)}Except -as 52provided -in HB0381Subsection compared[(6)(d)] with(8)(d), HB0381S03[a (a)person] Aan personindividual who violates thisSubsection section(4)(a)(i) is[or guilty(4)(a)(iii) of]is ansubject infraction.to a minimum fine of $350.

(b)(c) ExceptThe asfine provideddescribed in Subsection [(6)(d)][(6)(b)] {(7)(d)}(8)(b) (8)(d),is [ain person]addition anto individualany whoother violatesfine Subsectionfor (4)(a)(i)a [orviolation (4)(a)(iii)of ]isTitle subject41, toChapter 6a, Traffic Code, or a minimumlocal fineordinance related to the operation of $350.the motorcycle.

(c)(d)(i) TheA court shall waive the fine describedimposed inunder Subsection [(6)(b)][(6)(b) {(7)(d)}] (8)(b) isif inthe addition[ toperson] anyindividual otherprovides fineto forthe acourt violationwithin 30 days of Titlethe 41,date Chapterof 6a,the Trafficentry Code,of a plea or asentencing, localwhichever ordinanceis relatedlater, toproof that the operation[person] ofindividual thehas motorcycle.been issued a motorcycle endorsement as provided in this chapter.

(d)(ii) (i) A court shallmay waiveextend the fine30-day imposedtime underperiod Subsectiondescribed [(6)(b){]in (7)(b)}Subsection [(6)(d)(i) ] (8)(b)(8)(d)(i) iffor the [person] individual provides to the court within 30 days of the date of the entry of a pleareasonable ortime sentencing,period whicheverfor is later, proof that the [person]person individualto hasobtain been issued a motorcycle endorsement asfor providedgood incause thisshown. chapter.

(ii) A court may extend the 30-day time period described in Subsection [(6)(d)(i) ] {(7)(d)(i) } (8)(d) (i) for a reasonable time period for the person to obtain a motorcycle endorsement for good cause shown.

63I-1-241.63I-1-241 (Effective 05/06/26).

(6) Subsection 41-22-2(1), regarding an advisory council addressing off-highway vehicle issues,- is49 repealed- JulyH.B. 1, 2027.

381 Enrolled Copy issues, is repealed July 1, 2027.

79-7-301.79-7-301 (Effective 05/06/26).

- 53 - HB0381 compared with HB0381S03 [(1)] The Legislature shall appropriate the money from time to time necessary to carry out the purposes of this chapter to the division to be used by the division in the administration of the powers and duties and in carrying out the objective and purposes [prescribed[ prescribed by] described in this chapter.

Effective date.

(2) The actions affecting the following sections take effect on {January 1, } May 5, 2027:

(a){(b)}(b) Section 41-6a-1115.5 (Effective {01/01/27)} 05/05/27);

(b){(c)}(c) Section 41-6a-1512 (Effective {01/01/27)} 05/05/27);

and (c){(d)}(d) Section 53-3-202 (Effective {01/01/27)} 05/05/27).

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