The bill amends the Code of Alabama 1975 to establish a requirement for a certificate of title for off-road vehicles and introduces licensing requirements for dealers of these vehicles. Key modifications include the expansion of the term "dealer" to encompass "off-road vehicle dealer" and the addition of a new definition for "off-road vehicle," which outlines specific characteristics and exclusions for certain vehicles like electric bicycles and farm tractors. The bill also clarifies that off-road vehicle dealers are not classified as motor vehicle dealers under Chapter 6, enhancing regulatory oversight of off-road vehicle sales.

Furthermore, the bill mandates that starting January 1, 2026, all owners of off-road vehicles manufactured in 2026 or later must apply for a certificate of title through a designated agent. It empowers the Department of Revenue to adopt rules for implementing these provisions and updates the definition of "title service provider." The bill also establishes licensing requirements for off-road vehicle dealers, effective October 1, 2025, and allows the department to create rules for this process. The act is set to take effect on October 1, 2024, and includes minor adjustments to existing definitions while removing outdated language to ensure clarity in the legal framework governing vehicle titles and registrations.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 32-8-2, 32-8-30, 32-8-31
Enrolled: 32-8-2, 32-8-30, 32-8-31