This bill amends current law to include "retired fire apparatus" (fire trucks) in the definition of antique vehicles, alongside antique motor vehicles, farm tractors, and motorcycles. The definition specifies that these vehicles must be over 25 years old, or over 20 years old in the case of retired fire apparatus, and maintained for use in exhibitions, parades, and other public interest functions, but not for commercial use. The bill also clarifies that "maintained for use" means the vehicle is in its original condition or restored to its original or better condition.

Additionally, the bill introduces several provisions regarding the use of retired fire apparatus. It exempts these vehicles from certain regulations, such as the prohibition on sirens for motor vehicles, allowing them to be equipped with sirens and emergency lights similar to other emergency vehicles. The bill also states that the tail lamps on antique vehicles, including retired fire apparatus, are deemed adequate if they display a red light visible from a distance of 100 feet. The act will take effect 60 days after its passage, with an effective date of July 28, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 259:4, 266:73, 266:78-c, 266:33
Version adopted by both bodies: 259:4, 266:73, 266:78-c, 266:33
CHAPTERED FINAL VERSION: 259:4, 266:73, 266:78-c, 266:33