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WV HB2739

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

2/21/2025

Primary Sponsor

Kathie Crouse

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Origin

House of Delegates

2025 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Eliminates the mandatory helmet requirement for motorcycle and motor-driven cycle operators and passengers in West Virginia
  • Removes the requirement for riders to wear safety eyeglasses, goggles, or face shields while operating motorcycles
  • Removes windshield/windscreen safety material standards that were tied to the eye protection requirements
  • Retains existing regulations on handlebar height (no more than 15 inches above seat), seating positions, passenger capacity, and rearview mirror requirements
  • Maintains the exemption for drivers of fully enclosed autocycles from motorcycle safety equipment requirements

Legislative Description

To remove the helmet law in West Virginia.

Motor Vehicles

Last Action

To House Finance

2/21/2025

Committee Referrals

Finance2/21/2025

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