IN HB1495 | 2011 | Regular Session

Status

Spectrum: Partisan Bill (Republican 1-0)
Status: Introduced on January 20 2011 - 25% progression, died in committee
Action: 2011-01-20 - First reading: referred to Committee on Roads and Transportation
Pending: House Roads and Transportation Committee
Text: Latest bill text (Introduced) [HTML]

Summary

Amends the definition of motorized bicycle to exclude a device used for the transportation of a person with a disability for the purpose of mobility. Requires that a motorized bicycle operated on a highway after December 31, 2011, must be titled and registered with the bureau of motor vehicles, with a registration fee equal to that of a motorcycle. Provides that a motorized bicycle subject to registration is subject to the annual license excise surtax and the motor vehicle excise tax. Requires that certain funds received from the registration of a motorized bicycle be deposited in the motorcycle operator safety education fund. Requires the operator of a motorized bicycle on a highway to hold a driver's license, with a certain exception. Requires a dealer who sells at least 12 motorized bicycles a year to register as a dealer with the secretary of state. Prohibits the operation of a motorized bicycle without financial responsibility in effect on the motorized bicycle. Requires certain individuals to file accident reports after an accident involving a motorized bicycle. Provides that a minor who knowingly: (1) possesses an alcoholic beverage (beverage); (2) consumes the beverage; or (3) transports the beverage on a public highway when not accompanied by at least one of the minor's parents or guardians commits a Class C misdemeanor, and if the minor is found to have violated the above while operating a motorized bicycle, the court may order the minor's driver's license suspended for up to one year, with certain enhancements. Repeals the term "motor scooter". Makes conforming changes. Makes technical corrections. Deletes outdated language.

Tracking Information

Register now for our free OneVote public service or GAITS Pro trial account and you can begin tracking this and other legislation, all driven by the real-time data of the LegiScan API. Providing tools allowing you to research pending legislation, stay informed with email alerts, content feeds, and share dynamic reports. Use our new PolitiCorps to join with friends and collegaues to monitor & discuss bills through the process.

Monitor Legislation or view this same bill number from multiple sessions or take advantage of our national legislative search.

Title

Motorized bicycle operation.

Sponsors


History

DateChamberAction
2011-01-20 First reading: referred to Committee on Roads and Transportation
2011-01-20 Authored by Representative Hinkle

Indiana State Sources


Bill Comments

feedback