This bill amends the Michigan Vehicle Code to allow villages, cities, and townships with populations under 30,000 to permit the operation of golf carts on their streets through a resolution. The bill specifies that these local governments may maintain a list of registered golf carts and their operators without charging a fee. It also outlines the conditions under which a county board of commissioners can disapprove the operation of golf carts, including concerns about environmental damage or public safety. Additionally, the bill establishes requirements for golf cart operation, such as age and licensing of operators, compliance with traffic signals, and restrictions on operating speeds and times.

The bill includes several changes to the language of the existing law, such as replacing "person" with "individual" in multiple instances, and clarifying that golf carts must not be operated on state trunk line highways or during certain hours. It also introduces safety requirements for golf carts, including the need for specific lighting, reflectors, mirrors, brakes, and safety belts. Furthermore, it allows local units of government to request authorization from the state transportation department to operate golf carts on state trunk line highways under certain conditions. Overall, the bill aims to provide a framework for the safe and regulated use of golf carts in smaller communities.

Statutes affected:
House Introduced Bill: 257.657