The Pennsylvania Motorcycle Safety Program (PAMSP), a national model for rider training programs, teaches students critical motorcycle skills and safety lessons free of charge. Secretary of Transportation Mike Caroll has said that “The time spent in training supports many safe miles of riding by helping riders sharpen reflexes and hone the split-second decision-making abilities required to safely operate a motorcycle.”
 
However, a disturbing trend has developed involving students registering for the classes and then failing to attend. Because the number of spots in each class is limited, this trend is excluding others from attending. It is for these reasons that I will be introducing legislation that would allow for a nominal refundable motorcycle safety course registration fee, which would be refunded when the student attends the training. This simple change will ensure that the program remains free for attendees while encouraging those who register for the program to attend.
 
Please join me in co-sponsoring this commonsense proposal to ensure that students are held accountable while continuing to provide quality free education for motorcyclists. This proposed change is supported by the Alliance of Bikers Aimed Towards Education (A.B.A.T.E.).