OH HB406

Establishes a motorcycle road guard certification program administered by the Department of Public Safety with rules adopted under Chapter 119 of the Revised Code.

Requires applicants to be at least 18 years old, possess a valid driver's license with motorcycle endorsement or motorcycle operator's license, and complete a certification course; sets application fees to cover program administration costs.

Allows certified motorcycle road guards to stop and hold vehicles during escorted motorcycle group rides if they comply with safety standards, provide notice to municipal or township authorities, and obtain consent from sheriffs or police chiefs in affected jurisdictions.

Prohibits performing traffic control as a motorcycle road guard without a valid certificate; violations are minor misdemeanors, escalating to fourth-degree or third-degree misdemeanors based on prior motor vehicle or traffic offense convictions within one year.

Provides civil liability protection for certified motorcycle road guards performing traffic control if they comply with all applicable rules and requirements, except for injuries arising from willful, wanton, intentional, negligent, or reckless acts.