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WV SB635
Bill
AI Summary
- Creates the Mountain Bike Responsibility Act establishing liability rules for commercial mountain bike trail operators and riders in West Virginia
- Requires trail system operators to maintain trail boards, mark trails by difficulty, follow industry standards, establish emergency operations plans, and carry minimum liability insurance of $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 similar trail conditions
- Operators are not liable for injuries caused by conditions riders assume risk for, non-employee negligence, or violations of rider duties, but may be liable for failing to meet their specified operational duties
- Allows parents or guardians to execute liability releases on behalf of minor participants
Legislative Description
Creating Mountain Bike Responsibility Act
Natural Resources
Last Action
To Judiciary
1/28/2026
Committee Referrals
Judiciary1/28/2026
Full Bill Text
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