08 LC 95
0714
House
Resolution 1659
By:
Representatives Hembree of the
67th,
Powell of the
29th,
and Horne of the
71st
A
RESOLUTION
Recognizing
Motorcycle Safety and Awareness Month; and for other purposes.
WHEREAS,
motorcycles are efficient vehicles that reduce fuel consumption, require less
parking space, ease traffic congestion, and are becoming increasingly popular
for commuting, tourism, and recreational purposes; and
WHEREAS,
motorcycles provide a unique vantage point from which to enjoy Georgia´s
natural, historical, and cultural resources, and motorcycle based tourism
contributes greatly to our state´s economy; and
WHEREAS,
increased awareness and safe driving procedures by all vehicle operators can
help assure the safety of and reduce injuries and fatalities to motorcyclists;
and
WHEREAS,
it is especially important that all drivers in Georgia be aware of motorcycles
on the highways and streets and recognize the need to share the road with these
vulnerable vehicles; and
WHEREAS,
all motorcycle organizations, clubs, and dealerships, the Governor´s Office
of Highway Safety, the Department of Driver Services, and the Georgia State
Patrol are encouraged to join with the Georgia Motorcycle Safety Program, ABATE
of GEORGIA, Inc., in actively promoting safe operation, increased rider training
and education, improved licensing procedures, and improved motorist awareness;
and
WHEREAS,
during the month of May, 2008, all street and highway users should unite in the
safe sharing of the roadways throughout the State of Georgia.
NOW,
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that the members of
this body encourage all drivers in Georgia to increase their awareness about
motorcycles and to practice safe and proper operation of all motor vehicles
among motorcyclists.
BE
IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized
and directed to transmit an appropriate copy of this resolution to the
Governor´s Office of Highway Safety, the Department of Driver Services, the
Georgia State Patrol, and ABATE of GEORGIA, Inc.