This bill amends various sections of Nebraska's motor vehicle laws to enhance the regulation and operation of all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) and utility-type vehicles. It grants county boards the authority to regulate these vehicles on highways outside city limits, updates definitions related to their specifications, and introduces new requirements for certificates of title, indicating that these vehicles are "manufactured for off-road use." Key changes include the establishment of a new category for the operation of ATVs and utility-type vehicles on highways, the removal of outdated classification language, and the ability for counties to impose fines for violations of these regulations.

Additionally, the bill introduces new types of license plates specifically for all-terrain and utility-type vehicles, with a registration fee set at three dollars. It clarifies the conditions for issuing special interest motor vehicle license plates, which will not be available for ATVs and utility-type vehicles. The bill also revises the fee structure for various vehicle types, including a new base fee for ATVs and utility-type vehicles set at $5, and expands the list of vehicles allowed to tow trailers to include these vehicles. Overall, the legislation aims to modernize and clarify existing laws regarding motor vehicle registration and operation in Nebraska, while enhancing safety regulations for all vehicle types.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 23-187, 60-103, 60-123, 60-135.01, 60-153, 60-305, 60-339, 60-358.01, 60-462, 60-463, 60-471, 60-501, 60-601, 60-605