SENATE RESOLUTION
8650
By Senator MacEwen
WHEREAS, Washington state is committed to the promotion of safety programs, policies, and actions; and
WHEREAS, Thousands of motorcyclists travel the roads, streets, highways, and interstate systems of Washington state every day; and
WHEREAS, Motorcycles are fuel efficient vehicles that have access to Washington state high occupancy vehicle lanes, promoting a less congested travel way; and
WHEREAS, Motorcyclists help to provide funds for the transportation infrastructure of Washington state that they and others use; and
WHEREAS, The majority of the motorcycling community is committed to motorcycle safety and awareness and promotes policies and procedures for themselves and other motorists in order to create a safe roadway for all; and
WHEREAS, Motorcyclists make up just about three percent of all registered vehicles but account for about fifteen percent of all traffic fatalities as of 2017; and
WHEREAS, The United States Department of Transportation's National Highway Traffic Safety Administration launched a Get Up to Speed on Motorcycles campaign to help motorists learn how to drive safely around motorcycles in order to keep all roadway users safe; and
WHEREAS, The motorcycling community is filled with people dedicated to charitable organizations and activities; and
WHEREAS, Hundreds of motorcyclists, like those of Bikers Against Child Abuse and American Legion Riders, band together to support kids, veterans, and other vulnerable communities all around the state; and