This House resolution expresses support for designating May 2026 as "Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month." It recognizes motorcycles as part of the transportation mix and notes that an estimated 30,000,000 people ride motorcycles each year (about 9 percent of the population). The resolution highlights that many motorcycles are used on highways, that motorcyclist fatalities occur more often than passenger vehicle fatalities, and that 46 percent of two-vehicle crashes that kill a motorcyclist involve a vehicle turning left. It encourages motorcycle awareness by all road users and promotes rider education, licensing, training, and the use of personal protective gear. The resolution was referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
The resolution is an expression of support and public awareness; it encourages riders and motorists to share the road, get training, and use safety gear. It does not itself set new traffic rules or authorize spending. It asks governments, communities, and road users to promote motorcycle safety during May 2026.
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Supporters say motorcycles are a fuel-efficient part of the transportation mix that can reduce congestion and have little impact on infrastructure. They emphasize the motorcycling community's interest in rider safety education, licensing, and increasing public awareness to reduce crashes. The resolution cites NHTSA's promotion of Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month and notes statistics meant to show why awareness and training are important.
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