WTOP gets bike law wrong

WTOP gets bike law wrong: tells everyone

Bicycling is a great way to get exercise, enjoy the outdoors, and reduce your carbon footprint. But it's not always easy to find good information about bicycling laws and safety. That's why we were disappointed to see WTOP's recent article about bicycling laws in Washington, D.C. The article starts out promisingly enough, with a brief ... Read more
Maryland legislature’s accomplishments this year

Maryland legislature’s accomplishments this year

The Maryland legislature had a very productive year, passing a number of important bills into law. Some of the most notable accomplishments include: expanding access to early voting increasing the minimum wage establishing paid sick leave for all workers reforming the state's bail system and making it easier to register to vote. These are just ... Read more
Maryland’s mandatory helmet law

Maryland’s mandatory helmet law a disaster for biking

In 1967, Maryland became the first state in the nation to enact a mandatory helmet law for all motorcycle riders. The law was a response to the growing number of fatalities and injuries suffered by motorcyclists on the state's roads. Since then, the number of motorcycle riders killed or injured in Maryland has declined significantly. ... Read more