Modifies provisions relating to child passengers on motorcycles and motortricycles
Second Read and Referred S Transportation, Infrastructure and Public Safety Committee
Summary
The bill creates "Calvin's Law," making it illegal for anyone under ten to ride as a passenger on a motorcycle or motortricycle unless the vehicle has a proper passenger seat, the child can place both feet on the foot pegs, and the child wears approved headgear. Violations involving a child passenger are punishable as infractions with fines up to $100, and law‑enforcement may stop a rider solely to check compliance. The measure takes effect on January 1, 2027 but failed to pass in the Senate.
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