Legislative Session 1999

Helmet Law – Did not pass – Senate Bill 239

This bill provides that motorcycle helmet laws apply only to minors. Current law requires anyone riding or operating a motorcycle to wear a helmet.

ABATE Testimony (February, 1999)

NHTSA Testimony (February, 1999)

DOT Inspector General Findings of NHTSA Testimony (June, 1999)

NHTSA July Legislative Update (July, 1999)

GEICO Testimony – GEICO Wants Your Rights (February, 1999)

GEICO provided written testimony for the SB 239 committee hearing. In the summarizing paragraph, they stated that, “SOME RIGHTS ARE NOT WORTH HAVING”. Who authorized them to decide which ones are worthy and which ones are not? 

​Maryland Motorcycle Accident and Fatality Statistics (September 1999)