Hawaii HB706 mandates helmets for skateboarders under 16 on public roads to prevent head injuries.

Hawaii HB706 aims to reduce head injuries among young skateboarders by requiring helmets for those under 16 on public roads. The bill cites a study showing a high number of skateboarding-related facial traumas and head injuries. It extends helmet requirements for bicyclists to skateboarders, aligning with safety laws in other states like California, New York, and Oregon. The bill does not legalize skateboarding in violation of local ordinances.

Hawaii HB706 mandates helmets for skateboarders under 16 on public roads to prevent head injuries.

Hawaii HB706 aims to reduce head injuries among young skateboarders by requiring helmets for those under 16 on public roads. The bill cites a study showing a high number of skateboarding-related facial traumas and head injuries. It extends helmet requirements for bicyclists to skateboarders, aligning with safety laws in other states like California, New York, and Oregon. The bill does not legalize skateboarding in violation of local ordinances.