SB 135 – Allows qualified motorcycle operators to operate motorcycles and motortricycles without protective headgear under certain conditions

• Sponsor: Holsman
• LR Number: 0739S.01I
• Committee: Transportation, Infrastructure and Public Safety
• Last Action: 3/4/2015 - Hearing Conducted S Transportation, Infrastructure and Public Safety Committee
• Effective Date: August 28, 2015

Current Bill Summary

SB 135 - Currently, all users of motorcycles and motortricycles are required to wear protective headgear when the vehicle is in motion. This act allows qualified motorcycle operators to operate motorcycles and motortricycles without protective headgear if the operator has first-party insurance coverage and possesses distinctive license plates as described in the act.

This act is identical to SB 604 (2014).

MICHELA BIRK