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MI HB6455
Bill
Status
9/16/2010
Primary Sponsor
Paul Opsommer
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AI Summary
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Amends the Michigan Vehicle Code section 658 to create a temporary exemption from motorcycle crash helmet requirements during July 1-31, 2011.
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Maintains existing requirements that motorcycle operators and riders under 19 years old wear approved crash helmets, except during the July 2011 waiver period.
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Requires moped operators under 19 years old to wear crash helmets at all times on public thoroughfares.
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Exempts autocycle operators from helmet requirements if the vehicle is equipped with a roof meeting crash helmet standards, and requires autocycle occupants to wear seat belts on public highways.
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Specifies that crash helmets must be approved by the Michigan Department of State Police, which shall promulgate implementation rules under the Administrative Procedures Act.
Legislative Description
Vehicles; equipment; helmet law; waive motorcycle crash helmet requirement for month of July 2011. Amends sec. 658 of 1949 PA 300 (MCL 257.658).
Vehicles, motorcycles
Last Action
Printed Bill Filed 09/17/2010
9/21/2010