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DE SB86

Bill

Status

Passed

6/30/2023

Primary Sponsor

David Sokola

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Origin

Senate

152nd General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Requires newly endorsed motorcycle operators and their passengers to wear helmets and eye protection for the first 2 years after obtaining their motorcycle endorsement

  • Maintains existing requirement that persons under 19 years of age must wear both a helmet and eye protection when operating or riding on a motorcycle

  • Adults 19 and older who are not newly endorsed must still possess a helmet and wear eye protection, but are not required to wear the helmet

  • Establishes a civil penalty of $25 to $50 for violations of helmet requirements, explicitly classifying it as a non-criminal offense with no additional court costs

  • Takes effect 30 days after enactment into law

Legislative Description

An Act To Amend Title 21 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Rules Of The Road.

Last Action

Signed by Governor

6/30/2023

Committee Referrals

Public Safety & Homeland Security5/12/2023
Environment, Energy & Transportation4/19/2023

Full Bill Text

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