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GeorgiaHB 3082025-2026 Regular SessionHouseWALLET

Motor vehicles; operation of miniature on-road vehicles on certain highways; provide

Sponsored By: Shaw Blackmon (Republican), Rob Clifton (Republican), John Corbett (Republican), Robert Dickey (Republican), Trey Rhodes (Republican), Marcus Wiedower (Republican)

Signed by Governor

Motor VehiclesPublic SafetyGeneral Bill

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Bill Overview

Analyzed Economic Effects

6 provisions identified: 2 benefits, 0 costs, 4 mixed.

Safety definition for self-driving cars

Starting October 1, 2025, Georgia defines a "minimal risk condition" for fully self-driving vehicles. It means the car moves to a low-risk state, like stopping, when the automated system fails. This guides how makers and regulators handle safety when no human driver is present.

How to register miniature vehicles

Starting October 1, 2025, Georgia sets a legal definition for a "miniature on-road vehicle." It covers imported vehicles that can go 25–65 mph, are 80 inches wide or less, under 4,000 pounds, have 4 or more wheels, a steering wheel, and a nonstraddle seat, and are not golf carts, ATVs, or multipurpose off-highway vehicles. You can register some unusual vehicles: multipurpose off-highway vehicles made after January 1, 2000; miniature on-road vehicles over 25 years old; and newer imported miniature vehicles only if a U.S. DOT-registered importer modifies and certifies them to meet federal safety rules. Former U.S. military vehicles under 25 years old are also eligible to register.

Plates and permits for small vehicles

Starting October 1, 2025, owners can get a temporary operating permit for a multipurpose off-highway miniature on-road vehicle until its plate is issued. The motor vehicle commissioner sets plate sizes, and plates for low-speed, miniature on-road, and multipurpose off-highway vehicles must show the vehicle class. Permanent plates must be available by January 1, 2026. Plates issued from 2026 through 2030 use the approved state design. On January 1, 2032, the code continues these plate sizing and class-marking rules under new plate rules.

Rules for driving small vehicles

Starting October 1, 2025, drivers of low-speed, miniature on-road, and multipurpose off-highway vehicles have the same rights and duties as other drivers. They get full use of a lane; they may not pass in the same lane, ride between lanes, or ride two abreast. Low-speed vehicles may only use roads posted 35 mph or less. Multipurpose off-highway vehicles may use county roads and may cross city streets and state highways when allowed. Miniature on-road vehicles may use city or county roads and may cross state highways unless a local government bans them. Any local ban is not in effect until signs are posted at the road entrances. These vehicles must have headlights, brake lights, taillights, a rearview mirror, and safety belts.

Traffic enforcement changes for drivers

Starting October 1, 2025, a court can order a speed-limiting device for a reckless stunt driving conviction. It must cap speed at no more than 20% above the posted limit, be installed within 10 days, and stay on for at least six months. The vehicle owner pays the costs, and driving without the device is a misdemeanor. Police cannot take fingerprints for certain window tinting misdemeanors. Signing a traffic citation is optional; if you do not sign, you may have to post a cash bond or appear in court.

Taxes and $20 fees for small vehicles

Starting October 1, 2025, you pay a $20 annual license fee for each motorcycle, miniature on-road vehicle, or multipurpose off-highway vehicle. If you certify your vehicle as antique, hobby, special interest, or miniature on-road, its ad valorem tax is based on a $100 value. Taxes are due at registration or during your registration period under state law.

Sponsors & Cosponsors

Sponsors

  • Shaw Blackmon

    Republican • House

  • Rob Clifton

    Republican • House

  • John Corbett

    Republican • House

  • Robert Dickey

    Republican • House

  • Trey Rhodes

    Republican • House

  • Marcus Wiedower

    Republican • House

Cosponsors

  • Lee Anderson

    Republican • Senate

Roll Call Votes

All Roll Calls

Yes: 371 • No: 72

House vote • 4/4/2025

Agree to Senate Amendment

Yes: 104 • No: 60

Senate vote • 4/2/2025

ADOPTION OF THE AMENDMENT BY THE SEN FROM THE 32ND AS AMENDED

Yes: 50 • No: 5

Senate vote • 4/2/2025

PASSAGE AS AMENDED

Yes: 47 • No: 6

House vote • 2/26/2025

PASSAGE

Yes: 170 • No: 1

Actions Timeline

  1. House Date Signed by Governor

    5/14/2025House

  2. Veto V1

    5/14/2025

  3. House Sent to Governor

    4/10/2025House

  4. House Agreed Senate Amend or Sub

    4/4/2025House

  5. Senate Taken from Table

    4/2/2025Senate

  6. Senate Third Read

    4/2/2025Senate

  7. Senate Passed/Adopted As Amended

    4/2/2025Senate

  8. Senate Tabled

    3/31/2025Senate

  9. Senate Read Second Time

    3/27/2025Senate

  10. Senate Committee Favorably Reported

    3/25/2025Senate

  11. Senate Read and Referred

    2/27/2025Senate

  12. House Third Readers

    2/26/2025House

  13. House Passed/Adopted By Substitute

    2/26/2025House

  14. House Committee Favorably Reported By Substitute

    2/21/2025House

  15. House Second Readers

    2/11/2025House

  16. House First Readers

    2/10/2025House

  17. House Hopper

    2/6/2025House

Bill Text

  • HB 308/AP* (v13)

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