SB 635
Creating Mountain Bike Responsibility Act
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- Passed Senate
- Passed House of Delegates
- To Governor
- Became Law
Bill overview
This bill, the Mountain Bike Responsibility Act, establishes guidelines for mountain biking operations and safety in West Virginia. It defines key terms like ‘aerial passenger tramway’ and ‘mountain bicyclist,’ and outlines the duties of trail system operators, passengers, and mountain bicyclists themselves. A key provision requires trail system operators to post a warning about assumed risks and to maintain trails in a reasonably safe condition, while also establishing liability limitations. The bill also addresses competition and provides a release form for minor participants.
Key provisions
- Defines terms such as ‘aerial passenger tramway,’ ‘mountain bicyclist,’ and ‘trail system operator.’
- Establishes duties for trail system operators to maintain trails, post warnings, and develop emergency plans.
- Requires trail system operators to post a warning about assumed risks of injury.
- Specifies passenger responsibilities, including restrictions on behavior during tramway rides.
- Outlines mountain bicyclist responsibilities, emphasizing personal responsibility and awareness of trail conditions.
- Addresses liability for trail system operators, passengers, and mountain bicyclists.
- Provides a mechanism for releasing minor participants from liability.
- Details competition responsibilities for trail system operators.
Who is affected
- Mountain bicyclists
- Trail system operators
- Passengers on aerial passenger tramways
- West Virginia residents and visitors
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