The bill amends the Code of West Virginia by adding a new section, 17-2-3, which authorizes the Department of Transportation to issue permits for motor vehicle racing events on public roads, municipal streets, and airports. It establishes requirements for permit issuance, including the necessity for adequate insurance, security, emergency services, and plans for traffic control. The bill also defines key terms such as "motor vehicle," "racing event," and "permittee," and specifies that certain existing laws regarding road obstructions and speed restrictions do not apply to these authorized racing events.

Additionally, the bill repeals the previous authorization for county commissions to hold motor vehicle racing events on public roads, as outlined in section 7-1-3qq. It includes provisions that the Department of Transportation is not liable for any damages or injuries resulting from racing events, and the permittee must indemnify the state and the department against any claims related to the event. The permit fees collected will be deposited into the State Road Fund to cover administrative costs associated with the permit issuance.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 17-2-3, 7-1-3qq
Committee Substitute: 17-2-3, 7-1-3qq