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A BILL TO BE ENTITLED
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AN ACT
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relating to the definition of a motorcycle. |
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BE IT ENACTED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF THE STATE OF TEXAS: |
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SECTION 1. Section 541.201(9), Transportation Code, is |
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amended to read as follows: |
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(9) "Motorcycle" means a motor vehicle[, other than a |
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tractor or moped,] that, as originally manufactured: |
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(A) is equipped with a seat or [rider's] saddle |
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that requires the rider to sit astride; |
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(B) is [and] designed to operate on [have when |
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propelled] not more than three wheels in contact with [on] the |
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ground; |
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(C) uses handlebars for steering; |
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(D) uses handlebars and foot controls for |
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acceleration and braking; and |
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(E) is capable of reaching a speed of more than 30 |
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miles per hour. |
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SECTION 2. This Act takes effect September 1, 2023. |