S.0222

Utility terrain vehicle

Complete·6/2/26

Establishes regulations for the registration and operation of utility terrain vehicles (UTVs) on South Carolina roads.

This bill amends the South Carolina Code to define "utility terrain vehicle" and establish rules for their registration and operation on highways. It mandates that UTVs must be registered with the Department of Motor Vehicles, equipped with safety features, and operated by drivers with valid licenses. UTVs are subject to road-use fees and exempt from property taxes. The bill also revises definitions to include UTVs under certain insurance provisions and excludes them from others.

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Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

26 Yea

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18 Nay

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2 Absent

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Calendar

Mar 4

9:30 AM

Senate Transportation Full Committee

Feb 24

9:00 AM

Senate Transportation Subcomittee

History

Jun 5

Effective date 11/18/26

Jun 2

Act No. 164

May 18

Signed By Governor