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MD SB933Vehicle Laws - Protective Headgear Requirement for Motorcycle Rides - Exception (In Rememberance of Gary "Pappy" Boward)
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Introduced
02/16/2023
02/16/2023
In Committee
03/14/2023
03/14/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
04/10/2023
04/10/2023
Introduced Session
2023 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT concerning Vehicle Laws - Protective Headgear Requirement for Motorcycle Rides - Exception (In Rememberance of Gary “Pappy” Boward) FOR the purpose of establishing an exception to the prohibition against operating or riding on a motorcycle without certain protective headgear for an individual at least a certain age who has been licensed to operate a motorcycle for a certain period of time or has completed a certain motorcycle safety course and for the individual’s passenger; and generally relating to the requirement that protective headgear be worn by operators and riders of motorcycles. BY repealing and reenacting, with amendments, Article - Transportation Section 21-1306 Annotated Code of Maryland (2020 Replacement Volume and 2022 Supplement)
AI Summary
This bill establishes an exception to the requirement that motorcycle operators and passengers wear protective headgear. The exception applies to individuals who are at least 21 years old, have been licensed to operate a motorcycle for at least 2 years, or have completed a motorcycle rider safety course approved by the Administrator or the Motorcycle Safety Foundation. The bill also removes the requirement that a motorcycle operator wear an eye-protective device or have the motorcycle equipped with a windscreen. The bill aims to provide more flexibility for experienced motorcycle riders while maintaining safety standards.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Senate Judicial Proceedings Hearing (13:00:00 3/21/2023 ) (on 03/21/2023)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Details/SB0933?ys=2023RS |
| BillText | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/2023RS/bills/sb/sb0933f.pdf |
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