Washington State
House of Representatives
BILL
ANALYSIS

Transportation Committee

HB 1029

Brief Description: Regulating ATVs.

Sponsors: Representatives Simpson, Rodne, B. Sullivan and Anderson.

Brief Summary of Bill
  • All-terrain vehicle (ATV) operators must have a safety certificate when driving on public lands.
  • The Department of Licensing must create an ATV safety education training program.

Hearing Date: 2/28/05

Staff: Teresa Berntsen (786-7301).

Background:

Current law regulates certain aspects of the use and operation of off-road vehicles (ORVs), which include all-terrain vehicles (ATVs). These regulations include an operating permit requirement, certain equipment standards to lawfully operate on non-highway roads, and various restrictions on the manner and location in which an ORV may be operated.

Current law does not include safety education or training requirements for ORVs.

Summary of Bill:

Appropriation: None.

Fiscal Note: Available.

Effective Date: The bill takes effect 90 days after adjournment of session in which bill is passed.