MICHIGAN SENATE
Senate Resolution No. 57
Offered by Senators Johnson, Geiss and Santana
A RESOLUTION TO DESIGNATE MAY 2023
AS MOTORCYCLE SAFETY AWARENESS MONTH
WHEREAS, Michigan has 187,402 registered motorcycles and 536,512 individuals who
have operator licenses with a motorcycle endorsement; and
WHEREAS, The safe operation of a motorcycle requires the use of special skills developed
through a combination of training and expertise, the use of good judgment, plus a thorough
knowledge of traffic laws and licensing requirements; and
WHEREAS, The use of proper protective riding apparel is an important part of a motorcycle
operator’s responsibility; and
WHEREAS, Motorcycle safety awareness advocacy is a cooperative effort to decrease the
number of injuries and fatalities associated with motorcycling; and
WHEREAS, The promotion of motorcycle rider education programs available through the
Michigan Department of State, including recommendations that motorcycle operators wear
the proper gear, in addition to driving their vehicles defensively and cautiously, is intended
to reduce the number of crashes; and
WHEREAS, The emergence of spring is synonymous with the return of motorcycle
enthusiasts to our state’s roadways. Throughout Michigan, motorcyclists have been on the
cutting edge of supporting the wise and sensible use of this enjoyable mode of travel; and
WHEREAS, Indeed, the disproportionate number of motorcycle fatalities make it vitally
important to encourage motorcyclists to understand and practice the highest degree of safety.
It is also important to remind other drivers that highway safety is beneficial to all parties
traveling on public roadways; and
WHEREAS, Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month encourages motorcycle operators to wear
proper protective riding attire, maintain their motorcycles using safety and maintenance
checks found in the owner’s manual, abide by the laws of the road, and implement operating
techniques providing an additional standard of safety; and
WHEREAS, Car and truck drivers are informed of the fact that motorcyclists are resuming
their travels on our public roadways and each is advised to be exceptionally vigilant and
watchful when approaching or passing a motorcycle on the highway; now, therefore be it
RESOLVED BY THE SENATE, That the members of this legislative body designate
May 2023 as Motorcycle Safety Awareness. We encourage all of Michigan’s citizens to
participate in the aims and goals of this effort.
Adopted by the Senate, June 7, 2023.
Secretary of the Senate