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HB 104

Outdoor recreational premises; include use of ATVs and off-road vehicles.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Vince Mangold

Mississippi bill clarifying landowner liability protections for ATV and off-road vehicle recreational use died in committee without passage.

Died In Committee
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Bill Summary · HB 104

Legislative bill overview

HB 104 would modify Mississippi's outdoor recreational premises liability laws to explicitly include the use of all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) and off-road vehicles. The bill aims to clarify legal protections for property owners who allow public recreational use of their land involving these motorized vehicles.

Why is this important

This legislation directly affects liability exposure for landowners in Mississippi who permit recreational ATV and off-road vehicle use on their property. It also influences the extent to which recreational users can hold property owners responsible for injuries sustained during these activities, potentially impacting both land access for recreation and property owner insurance costs.

Potential points of contention

  • Landowner liability protection vs. injury victim recourse: The bill likely limits lawsuits against property owners, which protects landowners but may restrict injured riders' ability to seek compensation for negligent conditions
  • Public land access concerns: Outdoor recreation advocates may worry the bill discourages landowners from opening property to public use by reducing their liability exposure incentives
  • Scope and definition ambiguity: Questions about what qualifies as "off-road vehicles" and whether protections apply equally to reckless or negligent property owner conduct

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

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