HB153 Alabama 2018 Session

Updated Feb 26, 2026

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Primary Sponsor: Harry Shiver
Republican
Session: Regular Session 2018
Title: Excel, low-speed vehicles, mun. may authorize
Summary: The bill lets the city of Excel, Alabama authorize and regulate the use of low-speed vehicles on designated local streets under specific safety and licensing rules.
What This Bill Does
Excel may create ordinances to allow low-speed vehicle (LSV) operation on certain municipal roads under limited conditions. LSVs may be driven only by licensed drivers and generally only during daylight hours unless nighttime use is approved with required safety equipment. Vehicles must meet federal and state safety, emissions, and anti-theft standards, have a 17-digit VIN with appropriate decals, and carry a current license plate. Crossing state highways is allowed only at designated locations with DOT approval, and an LSV is defined as a four-wheeled vehicle up to 25 mph and under 3,000 pounds.

Who It Affects
Residents and vehicle owners in Excel who may operate low-speed vehicles on designated streets if they meet licensing, vehicle safety, and time/place rules.
The City of Excel and its officials, who would create the necessary ordinances, designate which roads allow LSVs, enforce the rules, and impose penalties for violations.

Key Provisions
The municipality may authorize LSV operation on specific roads through an ordinance.
The municipality may designate which roads are open to LSV use.
Operating conditions include licensed drivers and daylight hours unless nighttime operation is approved with headlights, brake lights, turn signals, and a windshield.
LSVs must meet safety, emissions, and anti-theft standards, have a 17-digit VIN, decals verifying compliance, and a current license plate.
Crossing a state highway is allowed only at designated locations and with DOT approval of the crossing design and safety devices.
LSV definition: four-wheeled, top speed ≤25 mph, weight <3,000 pounds, certified to 49 CFR 571.500.
The municipality may impose penalties for violations and the act becomes effective immediately after governor approval.

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Subjects: Monroe County