SB 3629

Abstract

Amends the Illinois Municipal Code and the Illinois Vehicle Code. Removes references to a neighborhood vehicle in the Illinois Vehicle Code. Creates a new Article in the Illinois Vehicle Code regulating low-speed vehicles and non-highway vehicles and consolidates a provision concerning the operation of low-speed vehicles on streets into a similar provision concerning the operation of non-highway vehicles on streets into one provision in the new Article. Provides that it is unlawful for any person to drive or operate a low-speed vehicle or non-highway vehicle upon any street in this State unless expressly authorized by a unit of local government. Provides that it is lawful for any person to drive or operate a low-speed vehicle upon any street that is located in the City of Chicago where the posted speed limit is 30 miles per hour or less unless the City of Chicago or the Illinois Department of Transportation prohibit the activity. Provides that any person engaged in the retail sale of low-speed vehicles are required to comply with the motor vehicle dealer licensing, registration, and bonding laws of this State. Provides that it is lawful for any person to drive or operate a non-highway vehicle or a recreational off-highway vehicle on a county or township roadway for the purpose of conducting farming operations to and from the home, farm, farm buildings, or any adjacent or nearby farm land. Effective immediately.