Politics & Government
Gov. Corbett Proclaims May Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month
PennDOT reminds drivers to share the road.
With the increasing popularity of motorcycling in Pennsylvania, Governor Tom Corbett has signed a proclamation commemorating May as Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month, according to the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT).
Motorcycle safety was emphasized with Corbett's signing of Act 84 of 2012, which requires motorcycle permit holders under 18 years of age to take and successfully complete the Pennsylvania Motorcycle Safety Program's (PAMSP) Basic Rider Course (BRC) in order to receive their license.
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