Motorcyclists’ safety is everyone’s safety. In 2023, the fatality rate for motorcyclists was 28 times greater than a passenger car occupant. In recent years, Pennsylvania has averaged over 3,000 motorcycle crashes a year. With over 350,000 registered motorcycles and nearly 800,000 licensed motorcycle operators in the Commonwealth, these numbers highlight the importance of protecting all motorists. All motorists are reminded to safely share the road with motorcyclists and to be extra alert to keep motorcyclists safe.
 
For this reason, I plan to introduce a resolution recognizing May 2026 as Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month in Pennsylvania. Through the hard work and continued advocacy of the Pennsylvania Motorcycle Safety Program, Alliance of Bikers Aimed Toward Education of Pennsylvania (A.B.A.T.E.), Pennsylvania Department of Transportation, and the Pennsylvania Motorcycle Dealers Association (PMDA) we can lower incidents involving motorcycle crashes.

I hope that you will join me in recognizing May 2026 as “Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month” so that we can protect all motorists in Pennsylvania.