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Legislation Aimed at Improving Bicyclist Safety
Two new laws will help make California's roads safer for cyclists.
October 14, 2011 /Automotive PR News/ -- Recently, the California legislature passed two bills that would make the state's roads safer for bicyclists.
Senate Bills 28 and 910 passed by both the California State Assembly and the California State Senate. The former aimed to make it illegal to talk on a cell phone while biking; the latter would create a standard passing distance between cyclists and passing motor vehicles. Both bills aim to reduce bicycle accidents on California's roads.
Senate Bill 28, which was vetoed by Governor Jerry Brown in early September 2011, proposed a $20 fine for cyclists talking on cell phones while biking, a ban similar to the talking while driving law for motor vehicle drivers. Subsequent offenses would have resulted in fines of $50. Talking while cycling can pose similar risks to cyclists and other road users as distracted driving, including erratic behavior and failure to pay attention to surroundings.
The second bill, SB 910, would institute a mandatory three-foot passing distance between a cyclist and a motor vehicle passing from behind. More cyclists are injured or killed in collisions with motor vehicles passing from behind them than in any other type of collision. One hundred cyclists are killed in collisions each year in California, and 51,000 cyclists are injured annually nationwide. If signed by Governor Brown, California would join 18 other states requiring a three-foot passing distance between cyclists and motorists.
If signed, Senate Bill 910 will help keep safe distances between cyclists and motorists. This law has the potential to keep all road users safer.
If you or a loved one is struck by a motorist while riding a bicycle, speak with an experienced personal injury attorney about seeking compensation for your injuries.
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