Rosenberger named Legislator of the Year
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State Representative Cliff Rosenberger (R-Clarksville) was named “Legislator of the Year” by the club, “American Bikers Aimed Towards Education (ABATE)” at their annual legislative seminar.
Representative Rosenberger was invited to the event as the keynote speaker in which he addressed the importance of activism and ABATE’s role as purveyors of good policy. “I strongly believe that, in the long run, good ideas win. Simply making it known what your organization is about - personal choice - will garner support…politicians will listen.”
After his speech, Scott “Woody” Wood ABATE’s Legislative Director, presented Rosenberger with an embroidered club jacket reading, “2011 Legislator of the Year.”
ABATE chose Representative Rosenberger for his legislative contributions in the 2011 and also for his help with current legislation to revise Ohio’s motorcycle handlebar height. Currently the statute requires handlebars to be no higher than 15 inches from the ground. HB 316 would allow for handlebars that are shoulder height as the rider is seated in the saddle.
“House Bill 316 is an important piece of legislation not only for the safety of our riders, but also for the wellness of the motorcycle economy.” Representative Rosenberger said. “Currently, one of the most prolific bikes in recent times is technically illegal to ride. By amending the law to a measure of functionality, rather than a measure of aesthetic continues to keep the riders safe and legal."
House Bill 316 is awaiting its second hearing in the House Transportation, Public Safety, and Homeland Security Committee.[[In-content Ad]]
Representative Rosenberger was invited to the event as the keynote speaker in which he addressed the importance of activism and ABATE’s role as purveyors of good policy. “I strongly believe that, in the long run, good ideas win. Simply making it known what your organization is about - personal choice - will garner support…politicians will listen.”
After his speech, Scott “Woody” Wood ABATE’s Legislative Director, presented Rosenberger with an embroidered club jacket reading, “2011 Legislator of the Year.”
ABATE chose Representative Rosenberger for his legislative contributions in the 2011 and also for his help with current legislation to revise Ohio’s motorcycle handlebar height. Currently the statute requires handlebars to be no higher than 15 inches from the ground. HB 316 would allow for handlebars that are shoulder height as the rider is seated in the saddle.
“House Bill 316 is an important piece of legislation not only for the safety of our riders, but also for the wellness of the motorcycle economy.” Representative Rosenberger said. “Currently, one of the most prolific bikes in recent times is technically illegal to ride. By amending the law to a measure of functionality, rather than a measure of aesthetic continues to keep the riders safe and legal."
House Bill 316 is awaiting its second hearing in the House Transportation, Public Safety, and Homeland Security Committee.[[In-content Ad]]