The bill amends Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 84.928, subdivision 1, to modify the provisions regarding the operation of all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) on public roads. It introduces new allowances for local governing bodies, specifically permitting statutory or home rule charter cities or towns with populations under 25,000 to enact ordinances that allow ATVs to operate on the roadway or shoulder of trunk highway segments within their jurisdiction. This operation is restricted to segments with a speed limit of 45 miles per hour or less and is intended solely for accessing businesses and residences or making trail connections, provided there are no viable alternative public access routes for ATVs.

Additionally, the bill clarifies existing regulations by specifying that local ordinances can permit ATV operation under certain conditions, while also maintaining restrictions on their use in various scenarios, such as during specific hours or in certain zones. The effective date for these changes is set for July 1, 2025, for ordinances enacted on or after that date. Overall, the bill aims to enhance the accessibility of ATVs while ensuring safety and compliance with local regulations.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 84.928