Legislative Analysis
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EXEMPT CERTAIN ORV OWNERS AND PASSENGERS FROM
http://www.house.mi.gov/hfa
HELMET REQUIREMENT
Analysis available at
House Bill 4529 as introduced http://www.legislature.mi.gov
Sponsor: Rep. Gary R. Eisen
Committee: Natural Resources and Outdoor Recreation
Complete to 6-23-21
SUMMARY:
House Bill 4529 would amend Part 811 (Off-Road Recreation Vehicles) of the Natural
Resources and Environmental Protection Act (NREPA) to exempt an operator or passenger of
an ORV with four or more wheels from being required to wear a crash helmet or protective
eyewear if the operator has a motorcycle indorsement under the Michigan Vehicle Code.
Currently under NREPA, an individual who is operating or is a passenger on an ORV must
wear a crash helmet and protective eyewear that are approved by the United States Department
of Transportation. However, the act also provides several exemptions to this requirement,
based on specific circumstances. The bill would add to this list the exemption described above.
MCL 324.81133
FISCAL IMPACT:
The bill would have no fiscal impact on the state or local units of government.
Legislative Analyst: Emily S. Smith
Fiscal Analyst: Michael Cnossen
■ This analysis was prepared by nonpartisan House Fiscal Agency staff for use by House members in their
deliberations and does not constitute an official statement of legislative intent.
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Statutes affected:
House Introduced Bill: 324.81133