S.309 Summary
Dealers and Transporters Definition and Regulation: The bill updates the definitions and requirements for vehicle dealers and transporters, specifying the minimum number of transactions to qualify as being "engaged in the business." It outlines the types of vehicles and circumstances under which transporters can operate, including the delivery and towing of various vehicles.
Transporter Plates: Introduces regulations for the application and use of transporter plates, specifying that transporter registration plates are strictly for business use and not for personal purposes.
All-Surface Vehicles (ASVs): Defines "all-surface vehicle" and regulates its usage across different terrains, including provisions for their design and operational limits.
Record-Keeping Requirements: Sets forth requirements for electronic maintenance of vehicle title records, including salvaged and exempt vehicle titles.
Vehicle Registration and Inspection: The bill mandates regular vehicle registration and specifies conditions under which different types of residents (permanent and temporary) must register vehicles. It also revises rules regarding vehicle inspection, emphasizing the need for up-to-date inspections and disclosures upon vehicle transfer.
Safety and Equipment Regulations: Addresses the equipment and safety standards for vehicles, including emergency warning lamps, sirens, and fire extinguishers on boats. The bill outlines specific permissions and prohibitions regarding the use of such equipment, particularly focusing on emergency and law enforcement vehicles.
Child Restraint Systems: Updates regulations on child restraint systems, specifying age, weight, and the type of restraint system required for children in different age groups.
Veterans and Special License Plates: Introduces provisions for issuing special license plates to veterans and details the requirements and qualifications for obtaining such plates.
Miscellaneous Provisions: Includes various other provisions such as those for commercial driver's licenses, airbag installation regulations, and modifications to conservation motor vehicle registration plates.