An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in general provisions, further providing for definitions; in certificate of title and security interests, further providing for vehicles not requiring certificate of title; in registration of vehicles, further providing for vehicles exempt from registration; in general provisions relating to operation of vehicles, further providing for drivers of emergency vehicles; and, in snowmobiles and all-terrain vehicles, further providing for definitions.
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Overview
This bill amends Pennsylvania’s vehicle laws to clarify exemptions for all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) used as emergency vehicles. Specifically, it outlines conditions under which ATVs operated by police, fire, or emergency medical services departments are exempt from registration and certain equipment requirements, such as audible warning systems, when used for short distances or at special events. It also provides liability protections for operators acting within their official duties.
Key provisions
- ATVs used as emergency vehicles by police, fire, or EMS agencies may be exempt from registration under certain conditions.
- Exempt ATVs used for short distances (under 10 miles) and primarily off-highway are not required to have audible warning systems.
- ATVs used at special events are also exempt from registration and certain equipment requirements.
- Operators of exempt emergency ATVs receive the same liability protections as authorized emergency vehicle operators.
- The bill clarifies the definition of ‘all-terrain vehicle’ within the context of emergency vehicle exemptions.
Who is affected
- Police departments
- Fire departments
- Emergency medical services agencies
- All-terrain vehicle owners
- Vehicle registration and licensing agencies
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Cosponsors
Benjamin Sanchez
David Zimmerman
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