As reported in a dozen other places, the Florida Legislature snuck in some alarming additions to the Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles Bill (HB971).
Unbeknownst to Florida Bicycle Association, a mandatory bike lane use provision was included in the Highway Safety & Motor Vehicles bill. The bill also allows local governments to permit mopeds, golf-carts and other motorized vehicles on sidewalks and trails.
Commute Orlando has perhaps the best description of why these additions are dangerous…not only for cyclists but pedestrians and other road users (including motorists!). Take a look at their site to read more of the details. On the Commute Orlando site is information to contact Gov. Charlie Crist about this proposed bill and there is also an online petition and email-generating applet in the comments section of that article. Act now to preserve our current rights as cyclists!
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