HB 2739
To remove the helmet law in West Virginia.
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Bill overview
This bill seeks to eliminate the requirement for motorcyclists in West Virginia to wear helmets while operating a motorcycle or motor-driven cycle. The current law mandates that helmets meet specific safety standards and must be securely fastened. This bill would remove this requirement, allowing motorcyclists to ride without a helmet, provided they wear safety glasses or goggles that meet certain standards. It also maintains regulations regarding motorcycle seating, mirrors, and passenger restraints.
Key provisions
- Removes the requirement for motorcyclists to wear helmets.
- Maintains the requirement for safety glasses or goggles that meet specific ANSI standards.
- Preserves regulations regarding motorcycle seating and passenger restraints.
- Allows operation of fully enclosed autocycles exempt from helmet requirements.
- Requires rearview mirrors to provide a clear view of traffic behind the motorcycle.
Who is affected
- Motorcyclists
- Motorcycle operators
- Motorcycle passengers
- Motorcycle dealerships
- West Virginia residents
Notable changes
- Eliminates the helmet law as currently written.
- Maintains requirements for safety glasses or goggles.
- Exempts fully enclosed autocycles from helmet requirements.
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