ABATE Opposes this Bill

SB2439 was not called because Senator Cullerton did not show up in time. It
is rescheduled for Tuesday, Feb. 7, 2006 at 2:30 p.m. anyone that would like
to show up please drop me an email.

Synopsis As Introduced
Amends the Illinois Vehicle Code. Provides that, during periods of traffic congestion, a person may, in a safe and prudent manner, operate a motorcycle between lanes of traffic or between adjacent lines or rows of vehicles. Requires every operator and passenger on a motorcycle, motor driven vehicle, or motorized pedalcycle to wear a helmet.

There is a Technical Amendment to SB2439 stating that the helmet must be
IDOT approved.

ABATE Supports this Bill
SB2776 The Discrimination Bill was sent to the Executives Committee No
hearing is scheduled at this time.

Synopsis As Introduced
Amends the Illinois Human Rights Act. Provides that it is a civil rights violation for any person to restrict an individual's access or admission to, or usage of, a place of public accommodation solely because the individual operates a motorcycle. Does not prohibit a person from restricting an individual's access or admission to, or usage of, a place of public accommodation because the individual's conduct poses a risk to the health, safety, or property of another.

ABATE Supports this Bill
SB2759 Punitive Damage was sent to Transportation and is scheduled for
Tuesday, Feb. 7, 2006 at 2:30 p.m.

Synopsis As Introduced
Amends the Illinois Vehicle Code. Provides that a unit of local government, including a home rule unit, that enforces against any person an ordinance that (i) applies only to motorcycles and restricts their access to certain highways, (ii) requires motorcycle riders to wear protective headgear, or (iii) regulates motorcycles in a manner inconsistent with the Code, in addition to being liable to that person for the actual damages sustained, is liable to that person for punitive damages in an amount not less than $10,000 and not greater than $25,000 and for reasonable attorney's fees. Effective immediately.

Dan Harper
Legislative Coordinator
ABATE of Illinois
Danimal1500@hotmail.com

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