Maryland SB68 enhances motorcycle safety by requiring a motorcycle safety awareness test for Class M license applicants.

Maryland SB68, known as the D. Torch Road Safety Act, mandates that applicants for a Class M (motorcycle) driver's license must pass a test that includes at least five questions on motorcycle safety awareness. These questions cover visibility, lane positioning, following distances, and preventing crashes involving motorcycles. The bill also specifies that the Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration may not waive a vision examination unless certain conditions are met. This act aims to ensure that motorcycle license applicants are aware of critical safety practices, thereby enhancing road safety.

Maryland SB68 enhances motorcycle safety by requiring a motorcycle safety awareness test for Class M license applicants.

Maryland SB68, known as the D. Torch Road Safety Act, mandates that applicants for a Class M (motorcycle) driver's license must pass a test that includes at least five questions on motorcycle safety awareness. These questions cover visibility, lane positioning, following distances, and preventing crashes involving motorcycles. The bill also specifies that the Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration may not waive a vision examination unless certain conditions are met. This act aims to ensure that motorcycle license applicants are aware of critical safety practices, thereby enhancing road safety.