The Ride in Freedom Act prohibits the District of Columbia from requiring motorcycle riders to wear helmets.
The Ride in Freedom Act prohibits the Council of the District of Columbia from enacting and the Mayor from enforcing any requirement that prohibits a person from operating or riding on a motorcycle or motor-driven cycle unless wearing a protective helmet. The bill repeals an existing requirement that mandates helmet use for motorcycle riders. It also amends the District of Columbia Home Rule Act to prevent the enactment of similar requirements in the future.
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