Expressing support for the designation of May 2022 as Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month.

12/30/2022, 12:18 AM

This resolution (1) expresses support for the designation of Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month; (2) recognizes the contribution of motorcycles to the transportation mix; (3) encourages motorcycle awareness by all road users; (4) recognizes that motorcyclists have a right to the road and that all motorists should safely share the roadways; (5) encourages rider safety education, training, and proper gear for safe motorcycle operation; and (6) supports the goals of Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month.

Bill 117 H.Res. 1082, titled "Expressing support for the designation of May 2022 as Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month," is a resolution introduced in the US Congress. The purpose of this resolution is to raise awareness about the importance of motorcycle safety during the month of May 2022.

The resolution highlights the fact that motorcycle accidents are a significant cause of injury and death on US roads, and emphasizes the need for increased awareness and education to prevent these accidents. It also recognizes the contributions of motorcycle riders to the economy and transportation system.

The resolution calls on federal, state, and local governments, as well as private organizations and individuals, to promote motorcycle safety during the month of May 2022. This includes encouraging the use of helmets, proper training, and safe riding practices. Overall, Bill 117 H.Res. 1082 aims to bring attention to the issue of motorcycle safety and promote measures to reduce accidents and injuries among motorcycle riders.
Congress
117

Number
HRES - 1082

Introduced on
2022-05-03

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

5/3/2022

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

This resolution (1) expresses support for the designation of Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month; (2) recognizes the contribution of motorcycles to the transportation mix; (3) encourages motorcycle awareness by all road users; (4) recognizes that motorcyclists have a right to the road and that all motorists should safely share the roadways; (5) encourages rider safety education, training, and proper gear for safe motorcycle operation; and (6) supports the goals of Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month.

Bill 117 H.Res. 1082, titled "Expressing support for the designation of May 2022 as Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month," is a resolution introduced in the US Congress. The purpose of this resolution is to raise awareness about the importance of motorcycle safety during the month of May 2022.

The resolution highlights the fact that motorcycle accidents are a significant cause of injury and death on US roads, and emphasizes the need for increased awareness and education to prevent these accidents. It also recognizes the contributions of motorcycle riders to the economy and transportation system.

The resolution calls on federal, state, and local governments, as well as private organizations and individuals, to promote motorcycle safety during the month of May 2022. This includes encouraging the use of helmets, proper training, and safe riding practices. Overall, Bill 117 H.Res. 1082 aims to bring attention to the issue of motorcycle safety and promote measures to reduce accidents and injuries among motorcycle riders.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedExpressing support for the designation of May 2022 as Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month.

Policy Areas
Transportation and Public Works

Comments

Recent Activity

Latest Summary9/19/2022

This resolution (1) expresses support for the designation of Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month; (2) recognizes the contribution of motorcycles to the transportation mix; (3) encourages motorcycle awareness by all road users; (4) recognizes that m...


Latest Action5/4/2022
Referred to the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit.