- ABATE UPDATE MAY/JUNE 2017 -
Once again the mandatory Helmet Bill, HB 14 has died in Committee. Thanks to the efforts of ABATE of Delaware, BOLT, and all of the freedom loving bikers who took the time to speak or write to the Committee members. Anyone that thinks emailing your elected officials does no good is wrong. We went up against some heavy hitters like NHTSA, State Insurance Commissioner Trinidad Navarro, several hospitals, and most notably Mid-Atlantic AAA and State Farm. The last two should suffer the loss of all motorcyclists business. We are keeping a log of those officials that oppose us and will publish it prior to election time. On another note the Auxiliary Lighting Bill, SB 12 passed both Houses and is currently on the Governor Carneys’ desk awaiting his signature. Why this hasn’t been signed into law yet is any ones guess. This bill will allow the use of accent lighting on motorcycles, increasing their visibility during the hours of darkness. There are color restrictions, but this is a good first step. May is Motorcycle Awareness Month in the State of Delaware, that will be memorialized during, “The Ride to the Tide” event at Rommel’s in Smyrna, DE. on 23 April. Members of the Motorcycle Rider Safety Advisory Committee will be there. If you’re planning to attend and see what they are doing for you, or if you have a question or concern, Senator Ennis will read the Governor’s proclamation somewhere around 10:00. As always to get the most up to date information on pending issues visit our web page www.abateofde.com and follow us on Facebook. Ed Berner Legislative Coordinator ABATE of Delaware www.abateofde.com
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