Bill > HB2739

This bill proposes to remove the mandatory helmet and eye protection requirements for motorcyclists in West Virginia. Specifically, the bill eliminates the previous law that required all motorcycle and motor-driven cycle operators and passengers to wear a protective helmet meeting specific safety standards, as well as safety glasses or eye protection. While removing these safety requirements, the bill maintains other existing motorcycle safety regulations, such as restrictions on handlebar height, seating position, passenger limits, and the requirement for a rearview mirror. The bill keeps provisions about riding position, such as facing forward and using only permanent seats designed for passengers, and continues to allow an exemption for fully enclosed autocycles. By removing the helmet law, the bill potentially increases rider freedom but also reduces mandatory safety protections for motorcyclists, which could have implications for personal safety and potential injury risks.

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