HB776

Ohio HB776 regulates motorcycle lane filtering and lane splitting, setting conditions and prohibitions.

Ohio HB776 amends the Ohio Revised Code to regulate motorcycle lane filtering and lane splitting. It allows lane filtering by motorcycle operators under specific conditions, such as when the roadway has two or more lanes and the speed limit is 45 mph or less. It prohibits lane splitting and requires the Director of Public Safety to conduct a public education campaign on safe lane filtering practices. Violators face misdemeanor penalties, with increased severity for repeat offenders. The bill also includes definitions for terms like "lane filter," "lane split," and "motorcycle.