2003 House Bill 4325

Repeal motorcycle helmet requirement

Introduced in the House

March 11, 2003

Introduced by Rep. Leon Drolet (R-33)

To repeal the mandatory helmet motorcycle helmet law for persons 21 years old or older who have been licensed to operate a motorcycle for at least two years, or who have successfully completed a motorcycle safety course; and for motorcycle passengers 21 years old or older, if the driver meets these requirements. Operators of roofed "autocycles" would also be exempt. Senate Bill 321 is the same bill.

Referred to the Committee on Transportation

May 27, 2004

Reported without amendment

Without amendment and with the recommendation that the bill pass.

Nov. 10, 2004

Passed in the House 69 to 37 (details)

Received in the Senate

Nov. 30, 2004

Referred to the Committee on Government Operations and Reform