Oppose Maryland’s Proposed Mandatory Helmet Law

Attention Maryland voters! Please take one moment to send an email to the members of the Environmental Matters Committee of the Maryland House of Delegates opposing the passage of a mandatory helmet law for all bicyclists on every road, trail, or sidewalk in the state of Maryland. At WABA, we encourage and teach safe and responsible cycling practices, including helmet use. But we do not believe that mandatory helmet laws are the proper approach. While their impact on safety is debatable, their impact on cycling rates (especially in jurisdictions implementing or seriously studying bikesharing) is clearly negative. Please CLICK HERE to let the Environmental Matters Committee know that you are a responsible cyclist and a responsible adult capable of making your own decision regarding safety equipment, and that you OPPOSE HB 339 and its imposition of a mandatory helmet requirement.