HB230 Alabama 2017 Session

Updated Feb 26, 2026

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Summary

Primary Sponsor: Chris PringleRepresentative
Republican
Session: Regular Session 2017
Title: Class 2 municipalities, low-speed vehicles, mun. authorized to provide for operation on municipal streets by ordinance
Summary: Class 2 municipalities in Alabama can allow low-speed vehicles, including concierge and golf carts, to operate on designated municipal streets under specific conditions.
What This Bill Does
The bill authorizes Class 2 municipalities to designate certain streets for low-speed vehicle use and sets limits on when and how they can be used. Vehicles must be operated by licensed drivers, mostly from sunrise to sunset unless the municipality allows night operation with proper equipment, and they must meet safety equipment standards. Crossing state highways requires prior DOT review and approval. Municipalities can impose civil penalties for violations, and the act becomes effective immediately upon governor’s approval.

Who It Affects
Residents and drivers of low-speed vehicles in Class 2 municipalities (including those using concierge or golf carts) who may be allowed to operate on designated streets under the stated conditions.
Class 2 municipalities and state agencies (notably the Department of Transportation) responsible for designating streets, reviewing crossings, enforcing rules, and imposing penalties.

Key Provisions
Section 1: Applies only to Class 2 municipalities.
Section 2: Municipalities may authorize operation of low-speed vehicles on designated streets under limited circumstances.
Section 3: Municipalities must determine which roads are appropriate, considering factors like speed, traffic, and safety.
Section 4: Operating conditions include: licensed driver only, sunrise-to-sunset operation unless night operation is approved and the vehicle has headlights, brake lights, turn signals, and a windshield, and safety equipment requirements (brakes, steering, tires, rear-view mirror, red reflectors).
Section 5: Crossing state highways is allowed only at designated crossings approved by the DOT and located where safety devices are feasible.
Section 6: Municipalities may impose civil penalties for violations.
Section 7: Law takes effect immediately after governor’s approval.

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 24, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.
Subjects: Mobile County