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AMA Distributes Sound Meter Kits to Four Chartered Clubs
PICKERINGTON, Ohio (Sept. 9, 2024) — As part of its commitment to further educate riders about sound levels, the American Motorcyclist Association will once again distribute sound test kits to four chartered clubs across the country. This year’s recipients of the annual AMA Sound Meter Program include the Coast.
- by Jack Emerson
- September 9, 2024
- 1 minute read
AMA Mourns the Loss of Devoted Motorcycle Advocate Dave Pickett
Pickett served as President and Legislative Action Officer of AMA District 36 The American Motorcyclist Association mourns the loss of Dave Pickett, who dedicated his life to advocating for the rights of motorcyclists throughout Northern California and Western Nevada. Pickett, a lifelong motorcyclist and AMA Life Member, served as.
- by Jack Emerson
- August 26, 2024
- Less than a minute
The Dos and Don’ts of Colorado’s New Lane-Filtering Law
On Aug. 7, Colorado officially legalized the practice of lane-filtering throughout the state — allowing riders to filter through stopped traffic at 15 miles per hour or less. SB24-079 permits motorcycles to overtake or pass another motor vehicle if traffic is stopped in surrounding lanes. Colorado will join Utah,.
- by Jack Emerson
- August 9, 2024
- 1 minute read
United States Congress Celebrates AMA’s 100th Anniversary with Resolution
PICKERINGTON, Ohio (July 29, 2024) — The American Motorcyclist Association was honored in the United States Capitol as it celebrates a century of protecting the rights of motorcyclists and promoting the motorcycle lifestyle. The Co-Chairs of the Congressional Motorcycle Caucus, Reps. Tim Walberg (R-MI), Troy Balderson (R-OH), Donald Norcross.
- by Jack Emerson
- July 29, 2024
- 1 minute read
AMA Joins Coalition in Support of Right to Repair Legislation
Expresses strong support for HR 906, The Right to Equitable and Professional Auto Industry Repair Act PICKERINGTON, Ohio (July 15, 2024) — The American Motorcyclist Association joined 24 other organizations in support of HR 906, The Right to Equitable and Professional Auto Industry Repair Act (REPAIR Act), which aims.
- by Jack Emerson
- July 15, 2024
- 1 minute read
Supreme Court Overturns Chevron Deference
Landmark decision poised to curtail autonomy of government agencies PICKERINGTON, Ohio (July 3, 2024) — The Supreme Court’s June 28 decision to overturn so-called “Chevron deference” in a landmark case will restrict the ability of government regulators to act outside of Congressional or federal judiciary oversight, likely altering the.
- by Jack Emerson
- July 3, 2024
- 2 minutes read
2024 National Forest System Trail Stewardship Grant Recipients Announced
$215,000 awarded to support 16 trail maintenance and improvement projects By Joy Burgess The National Forest System Trail Stewardship Partners (Trail Partners) Funding Program recently announced the recipients of the 2024 grants. In total, the program awarded $215,000 to 16 trail maintenance and improvement projects across the U.S. The.
- by Jack Emerson
- June 18, 2024
- 3 minutes read
AMA Joins Legislative Leaders on Ride To Work Day
Organized ride through Washington, D.C., emphasized awareness for motorcycles on the open road PICKERINGTON, Ohio (June 17, 2024) — On June 12, members of the American Motorcyclist Association’s Government Relations Department celebrated Ride to Work Day by joining the Chairs of the Congressional Motorcycle Caucus and other motorcycle industry.
- by Jack Emerson
- June 17, 2024
- 1 minute read
AMA’s 100th Anniversary Celebrated at State and Local Levels
AMA celebrates 100th Anniversary with pair of celebrations at Ohio Statehouse in Columbus, Ohio, and AMA Campus in Pickerington, Ohio Photo Courtesy of Sen. Tim Schaffer’s Office PICKERINGTON, Ohio (June 14, 2024) — The American Motorcyclist Association was honored at both state and local levels recently as it celebrates.
- by Jack Emerson
- June 14, 2024
- 1 minute read
Max Colchin Joins AMA Government Relations Department as Eastern States Representative
Colchin brings wealth of legislative experience and lifelong love of motorcycles to new role with the AMA PICKERINGTON, Ohio (June 13, 2024) — The American Motorcyclist Association completed the restructuring of its Government Relations Department by adding Eastern States Representative Max Colchin, who will work closely with motorcyclists across.
- by Jack Emerson
- June 13, 2024
- 1 minute read
Minnesota Passes Historic Lane-Filtering Legislation
Becomes the easternmost state to pass lane-filtering into law PICKERINGTON, Ohio (May 24, 2024) — With the signing of HF 5247 into law by Gov. Tim Walz (D) on Friday, May 24, Minnesota became the sixth state to legalize lane filtering. Minnesota is now the easternmost state to legalize.
- by Jack Emerson
- May 25, 2024
- 2 minutes read
May is Motorcycle Awareness Month
AMA urges motorists to use increased caution during motorcycle riding season PICKERINGTON, Ohio (May 3, 2024) — As more riders return to the open road, the American Motorcyclist Association reminds motorists to look for motorcycles and extend courtesy to their two-wheeled counterparts this Motorcycle Awareness Month. May heralds the.
- by Jack Emerson
- May 3, 2024
- 2 minutes read
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