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Congressional Bill To Stop Funding Motorcycle-Only Checkpoints
U.S. Lawmaker Introduces Bill To Stop Funding For Motorcycle-Only Checkpoints A U.S. lawmaker has introduced a bill to not only end funding for motorcycle-only checkpoints but also to put more emphasis on motorcycle safety programs, the American Motorcyclist Association reports. On May 7, U.S. Rep. Jim Sensenbrenner (R-Wis.) introduced H.R. 1861 to prohibit the U.S. [...]
Fifty Congress Members Oppose Motorcycle Checkpoints
Fifty members of the U.S. House of Representatives have signed their names to a new bill that would prevent the U.S. Department of Transportation from providing federal funding for motorcycle-only checkpoints, according to the American Motorcyclist Association (AMA).
50 U.S. Lawmakers Oppose Motorcycle-Only Checkpoints
Some 50 U.S. House members have signed onto a bill that would bar the U.S. transportation secretary from providing funds for motorcycle-only checkpoints, the American Motorcyclist Association reports. The measure, H.R. 904 authored by Rep. Jim Sensenbrenner (R-Wis.), would prohibit the transportation secretary from providing grants or any funds to a state, county, town, township, [...]
AMA Urges Extra Precautions During May: Motorcycle Awareness Month
The American Motorcyclist Association urges extra precautions during May: Motorcycle Awareness Month The American Motorcyclist Association (AMA) is urging all road users to look around, check your mirrors, and consciously watch for motorcycles during Motorcycle Awareness Month in May 2012. Through legislative and gubernatorial proclamations around the country, May has been declared Motorcycle Awareness Month. [...]
Pennsylvania Bikers Should Consider Safety Before Riding This Spring
As the weather gets warmer, many bikers will be rolling their motorcycles out of storage and hitting the open roads. Before they do that, it is important to take a few steps to ensure their safety. The Pennsylvania Injury Board recommends performing a safety inspection to ensure the bike is in good condition and everything [...]
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