Signed by Governor Rick Snyder

Vote Smart's Synopsis:

Vote to concur with House amendments and pass a bill that amends the requirements for wearing helmets while operating or riding a motorcycle.

Highlights:

• Authorizes motorcycle operators and riders 21 years of age and older to not wear a helmet if the motorcycle operator meets both of the following conditions:
• The motorcycle operator has had a motorcycle endorsement on his or her driver’s license for at least 2 years or has taken a motorcycle safety course; and
• The motorcycle operator and any rider each have at least $20,000 in insurance coverage.

• Prohibits a motorcycle from carrying more people than the vehicle is equipped to hold.

• Requires moped riders 19 years of age and younger to wear a helmet.

Full Bill Text

Vote Smart's Synopsis:

Vote to pass a bill that amends the requirements for wearing helmets while operating or riding a motorcycle.

Highlights:

• Authorizes motorcycle operators and riders 21 years of age and older to not wear a helmet if the motorcycle operator meets both of the following conditions:
• The motorcycle operator has had a motorcycle endorsement on his or her driver’s license for at least 2 years or has taken a motorcycle safety course; and
• The motorcycle operator and any rider each have at least $20,000 in insurance coverage.

• Prohibits a motorcycle from carrying more people than the vehicle is equipped to hold.

• Requires moped riders 19 years of age and younger to wear a helmet.

Full Bill Text