A bill to authorize the use of off-highway vehicles in certain areas of the Capitol Reef National Park, Utah.
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This bill would apply Utah state law to allow the use of off-highway vehicles on specific roads within Capitol Reef National Park.
What it does
This bill would apply Utah state laws regarding motor vehicles, including off-highway vehicles, to specific roads located within the boundaries of Capitol Reef National Park. The proposed change would affect designated routes such as Burr Trail Road, Highway 24, and several others including Cathedral, Hartnet, and Notom Bullfrog Roads.
Who is affected
This bill affects individuals who operate motor vehicles, including off-highway vehicles, on specific roads within the boundaries of Capitol Reef National Park in Utah. It also impacts the National Park Service and the State of Utah by making state law applicable to vehicle use on those designated park routes.
Key provisions
- Application of Utah state motor vehicle laws. The bill mandates that Utah state laws governing motor vehicles, specifically including off-highway vehicles, apply to designated road segments within Capitol Reef National Park.
- Authorization of off-highway vehicle use on specific park roads. The legislation identifies twelve specific roads within the park boundaries, such as Burr Trail Road and Cathedral Road, where state-regulated vehicle operations would be permitted.
Fiscal impact
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Effective dates
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Relationship to existing law
The bill incorporates Utah state law to govern the operation of motor vehicles and off-highway vehicles on specific roads located within the boundaries of Capitol Reef National Park.
Stated purpose
The bill aims to authorize the use of off-highway vehicles within specific areas of Capitol Reef National Park by applying Utah state motor vehicle laws to several designated roads located inside the park's boundaries.