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WV HB2707

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/20/2025

Primary Sponsor

Wayne Clark

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Origin

House of Delegates

2025 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Creates the Mountain Bike Responsibility Act to establish liability rules for mountain biking at commercial trail system areas in West Virginia

  • Requires trail system operators to mark trails by difficulty level, maintain trail boards showing the trail network, follow industry standards, provide emergency response personnel or plans, and carry liability insurance (minimum $100,000 per person, $300,000 per occurrence, $10,000 property damage)

  • Mountain bicyclists expressly assume risk of injury or property damage from inherent hazards including uneven terrain, rocks, roots, jumps, collisions with other riders, wildlife, and equipment failure

  • Passengers on aerial tramways (chairlifts, gondolas) must not interfere with operations, must use safety devices, and cannot ride while impaired by alcohol or drugs

  • Parents or guardians may sign releases assuming responsibility for risks on behalf of minor participants

Legislative Description

Creating the Mountain Bike Responsibility Act

Natural Resources

Last Action

To House Legal Services

3/4/2025

Committee Referrals

Legal Services3/4/2025
Judiciary2/20/2025

Full Bill Text

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