This bill amends Section 321.234A of the Iowa Code to clarify that all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) operated on highways must comply with existing equipment requirements for motor vehicles, specifically referencing the need for a slow-moving vehicle reflective device as outlined in Code section 321.383. The bill emphasizes that ATVs, when operated at speeds of 35 miles per hour or less, must display this reflective device in accordance with the standards set by the American Society of Agricultural Engineers.

Additionally, the bill establishes that failure to display the required reflective device while operating an ATV on a highway constitutes a simple misdemeanor, which carries a scheduled fine of $45. This legislative change aims to enhance safety for both ATV operators and other road users by ensuring that ATVs are properly identified when traveling on public highways.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 321.234A