This bill revises existing bicycle laws in Montana by establishing new regulations regarding how bicycles must be ridden on roadways. Specifically, it mandates that individuals operating a bicycle without a flag vehicle escort must ride opposite the flow of traffic, while those with a flag vehicle escort are required to ride with the flow of traffic. This change aims to enhance safety for both cyclists and motorists.
Additionally, the bill repeals two sections of the Montana Code Annotated: 61-8-602, which pertains to traffic laws applicable to persons operating bicycles or mopeds, and 61-8-605, which addresses riding on roadways. The new provisions will be codified as part of Title 61, chapter 8, part 6 of the Montana Code.