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HB 1465

CONCERNING DIRTBIKE USE ON PRIVATE PROPERTY; AND TO ESTABLISH THE LIABILITY OF AN OWNER OF PRIVATE PROPERTY.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Justin Gonzales and 1 co-sponsor

Arkansas Act 312 shields private property owners from liability when dirtbike riders are injured on their land, limiting injured riders' legal recourse while encouraging recreational land access.

Notification that HB1465 is now Act 312
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Bill Summary · HB 1465

Legislative bill overview

HB 1465 (now Act 312) establishes legal protections for private property owners who allow dirtbike use on their land. The bill clarifies liability rules to protect landowners from lawsuits when riders are injured while using dirt bikes on private property, provided certain conditions are met.

Why is this important

This legislation affects rural property owners, recreational riders, and the state's tort liability landscape. It balances landowner willingness to permit recreational access against injury liability exposure, potentially expanding recreational opportunities while limiting legal recourse for injured riders.

Potential points of contention

  • Liability shield scope: The exact conditions under which landowners gain immunity may be seen as too broad (protecting negligent owners) or too narrow (discouraging property access)
  • Rider protections vs. property rights: Injured riders lose legal remedies against negligent property owners, raising fairness concerns for those seriously harmed
  • Insurance implications: Unclear how this affects dirtbike liability insurance requirements and whether riders must carry their own coverage as compensation alternative

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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