The proposed bill seeks to amend the Constitution of Alabama of 2022 to allow municipalities in Dale County to permit the limited operation of golf carts on designated municipal streets or public roads. The bill outlines specific requirements for municipalities, including conducting safety assessments before designating streets for golf cart use, ensuring that golf carts are equipped with necessary safety features such as headlights and turn signals, and requiring operators to possess a valid driver’s license and liability insurance. Municipalities are also authorized to issue permits for golf cart operation, enforce civil penalties for unauthorized use, and establish more restrictive ordinances if desired.

Key provisions of the bill include limitations on where golf carts can operate, specifically prohibiting their use on roads with speed limits exceeding 25 miles per hour and restricting operation to daylight hours. The bill also stipulates that golf carts must be inspected for safety compliance before being permitted on public roads. Additionally, it allows municipalities to enact temporary ordinances for special events, permitting golf cart use for up to 80 hours. The bill emphasizes the need for municipalities to inform residents of any enacted ordinances and includes provisions for civil penalties of up to $50 for unauthorized operation of golf carts.