The bill proposes extensive amendments to the Ohio Revised Code concerning the regulation and registration of various types of vehicles, including all-terrain vehicles, off-highway motorcycles, snowmobiles, utility vehicles, and mini-trucks. A significant change is the replacement of the term "all-purpose vehicle" with "all-terrain vehicle" throughout the legislation, which aims to modernize and clarify the definitions and operational guidelines for these vehicles. The bill also introduces new provisions for the registration process, requiring owners to provide proof of ownership and allowing for multi-year registrations. Additionally, it establishes a state recreational vehicle fund to support the enforcement and administration of registration laws and safety programs.

Furthermore, the bill outlines specific regulations regarding the operation of these vehicles on public streets and highways, including penalties for violations and requirements for occupant restraint devices. It mandates that local authorities can regulate the use of these vehicles within their jurisdictions while ensuring compliance with safety standards. The legislation also addresses the handling of firearms in vehicles, clarifying the conditions under which firearms can be transported and establishing penalties for violations. Overall, the bill aims to enhance safety, streamline registration processes, and ensure compliance with updated definitions and regulations for various types of vehicles in Ohio.

Statutes affected:
As Introduced: 1531.01, 1533.01, 1533.103, 1533.18, 2131.12, 2131.13, 2744.01, 2911.21, 2921.331, 2923.16, 4501.01, 4501.13, 4503.01, 4503.038, 4503.04, 4503.10, 4503.191, 4503.312, 4504.01, 4505.01, 4505.06, 4505.09, 4505.11, 4510.036, 4511.01, 4511.214, 4511.713, 4513.02, 4513.221, 4513.263, 4517.01, 4519.01, 4519.02, 4519.03, 4519.031, 4519.04, 4519.05, 4519.08, 4519.09, 4519.10, 4519.11, 4519.20, 4519.21, 4519.22, 4519.401, 4519.41, 4519.42, 4519.43, 4519.44, 4519.45, 4519.46, 4519.47, 4519.48, 4519.511, 4519.512, 4519.52, 4519.521, 4519.53, 4519.54, 4519.55, 4519.551, 4519.56, 4519.57, 4519.58, 4519.59, 4519.60, 4519.61, 4519.62, 4519.63, 4519.631, 4519.64, 4519.65, 4519.66, 4519.67, 4519.68, 4519.69, 4519.70, 5553.044, 5739.02, 5815.36, 4511.215, 4511.216, 4519.40