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Committee passes bill allowing counties to authorize golf‑cart use on county roads
Summary
House Bill 1269 would allow counties to adopt ordinances designating where golf carts may be driven on streets. The committee passed the bill by voice vote after sponsors said it simply extends to counties the authority cities already possess.
The Senate City, County & Local Affairs Committee approved House Bill 1269, which would give counties the authority to adopt ordinances designating where golf carts may be driven on county roads.
Senator Flippo told the committee the General Assembly previously gave cities similar authority and this bill would confer that same ability on counties, noting local resort communities already regularly permit golf‑cart travel in practice. Senator Johnson asked whether the bill was intended for settings such as resort or marina communities (he referenced "Eden Isle"); Flippo said it would apply in those circumstances and would codify local practices.
Senator Flippo moved the bill and Senator Sullivan seconded. Members voted by voice and the chair announced the bill passed. The committee adjourned with no further business.
