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GA HB166

Bill

Official Source

Status

Passed

4/26/2016

Primary Sponsor

John Yates

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Origin

House of Representatives

2015-2016 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Increases the maximum allowable motorcycle handlebar height from 15 inches to 25 inches above the portion of the seat occupied by the operator
  • Amends Code Section 40-6-314 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to footrests and handlebars on motorcycles
  • Retains the existing prohibition against motorcycle backrests (sissy bars) designed with a sharp point at the apex
  • Retains the existing requirement that motorcycles carrying a passenger (other than in a sidecar or enclosed cab) must be equipped with passenger footrests
  • Officially cited as the "Motorcycle Mobility Safety Act"

Legislative Description

Motorcycle Mobility Safety Act; enact

Last Action

Effective Date

7/1/2016

Full Bill Text

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