SB1 Alabama 2019 1st Special Session

Updated Feb 26, 2026

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Summary

Primary Sponsor: Arthur OrrSenator
Republican
Session: First Special Session 2019
Title: Off-road vehicles, all-terrain vehicles (ATV's) and recreational off-road vehicles, registration with Ala. State Law Enforcement Agency, width and weight restrictions increased, Sec. 32-12A-1 am'd.
Summary: SB1 raises the size limits for ATVs and recreational off-road vehicles that can be registered in Alabama, allowing larger and heavier models.
What This Bill Does
The bill updates the definitions for ATVs and recreational off-highway vehicles in Section 32-12A-1. It increases the maximum width and dry weight for ATVs from 50 inches and 1,200 pounds to 60 inches and 1,500 pounds. It increases the maximum width and dry weight for recreational off-highway vehicles from 72 inches and 2,000 pounds to 80 inches and 2,500 pounds. The changes take effect immediately after the act becomes law and vehicles can be registered with the Alabama State Law Enforcement Agency under the new limits.

Who It Affects
ATV owners/buyers in Alabama who can register larger ATVs (up to 60 inches wide and 1,500 pounds) under the new limits.
Recreational off-highway vehicle (ROHV) owners/buyers in Alabama who can register larger ROHVs (up to 80 inches wide and 2,500 pounds) under the new limits.

Key Provisions
ATV definition updated to allow up to 60 inches in width and 1,500 pounds in dry weight for registration.
Recreational off-highway vehicle definition updated to allow up to 80 inches in width and 2,500 pounds in dry weight for registration.

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Subjects: Motor Vehicles