This bill amends Section 321I.14 of the Iowa Code to provide an exception to the current law that prohibits operating an all-terrain vehicle (ATV) with more passengers than it was designed to carry. Under the existing law, individuals can only operate an ATV with additional passengers if it is part of a farm operation, and violations result in a simple misdemeanor with a fine of $135. The new provision allows for the operation of an ATV modified to carry one additional person, provided that the modification is either an aftermarket product or an original equipment manufacturer product specifically designed for that purpose and manufactured for commercial sale.

The bill inserts specific language to clarify the conditions under which the exception applies, emphasizing that the modification must be designed to safely carry a passenger on the type of ATV in question. This change aims to enhance the safety and legality of operating modified ATVs while ensuring that such modifications meet established manufacturing standards.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 321I.14