Come to Austin and let the Senate know that you oppose that bill. The committee substitute for SB238 has dropped the requirement for a triangle and any mention of groups of riders. However there are two clauses that we still find objectionable. Riders must ride in single file when motor vehicles are present either in front or behind.
Counties can ban cyclists from roads they determine are dangerous.
We are concerned that the second clause would create 254 different sets of rules in Texas. Text of the committee substitute is available. The program information workshops scheduled around the state are for both TxDOT personnel and the public to learn about how the enhancement program works. This proposal would designate numerous existing routes as trails and provide for development of additional routes and trailhead facilities. Many of the existing routes have been used for equestrian events.