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Knox County Votes to Keep Bat Nest Road Open for Public Use

AMA and BDR joint efforts help keep popular dual-sport/adventure route open to motorcyclists and enthusiasts PICKERINGTON, Ohio (Jan. 29, 2026) — The American Motorcyclist Association applauds the recent decision by the Knox County Commissioners’ Office to keep Bat Nest Road in Knox County, Ohio, open for public use. Working in conjunction with Backcountry Discovery Routes

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AMA Applauds Changes Made to America the Beautiful Pass

America the Beautiful Pass will once again cover two motorcycles per pass at national parks PICKERINGTON, Ohio (Dec. 2, 2025) — The American Motorcyclist Association (AMA) applauds the recent announcement from the U.S. Department of the Interior regarding changes made to the America the Beautiful Pass (Annual Pass), which will once again cover two motorcycles

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Texas Joins Arkansas with New Inherent Risk Legislation Signed into Law

Photo Credit: Jeff Kardas PICKERINGTON, Ohio (June 23, 2025) — Texas became the second state this year to sign motorcycle-focused inherent risk legislation into law on June 20, when Gov. Greg Abbott (R) signed HB 5624. The American Motorcyclist Association, alongside Texas motocross track owners, motorcycle dealers, and riding enthusiasts, was closely engaged with efforts

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AMA Hosts Leaders from Congress and Industry for 2025 Ride to Work Day in Washington, D.C.

WASHINGTON, D.C. (June 11, 2025) — On Monday, June 9, 2025, the American Motorcyclist Association (AMA) organized and hosted Ride to Work Day on Capitol Hill. The AMA government relations staff brought together lawmakers, congressional staff, industry stakeholders, manufacturers and motorcycle rights advocates to highlight the importance of the motorcycling lifestyle and culture.  The event

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May is Motorcycle Awareness Month

AMA celebrates the freedom of motorcycling while reminding riders to use caution this riding season PICKERINGTON, Ohio (May 1, 2025) — With May serving as the unofficial start to riding season, the American Motorcyclist Association reminds motorists to keep an eye out for motorcycles and extend courtesy to riders this Motorcycle Awareness Month. Motorcycle Awareness

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New York Awards Motorcycle Safety Training Contract Following AMA Advocacy

PICKERINGTON, Ohio (April 29, 2025) — The American Motorcyclist Association (AMA), which represents 215,000-plus members nationwide — including nearly 11,500 in New York — welcomes the news that the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles (NYSDMV) has officially awarded the contract to resume state-approved motorcycle safety training. This decision comes after a nearly two-month

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Arkansas Passes Motorcycle Inherent Risk Legislation

Photo Credit: Willie Browning PICKERINGTON, Ohio (April 11, 2025) — Arkansas Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders (R) signed Act 312 into law on March 18, establishing inherent risk for off-road motorcyclists and enhancing protections for event organizers throughout the state. The American Motorcyclist Association applauds the passage of Act 312, which offers greater protections for private

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AMA Supports Recreational Trails Program Full Funding Act 

By Zach Farmer On Feb. 27, 2025, Senator Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) introduced S. 811, the Recreational Trails Program (RTP) Full Funding Act. This legislation aims to correct inadequate annual funding for this program, increasing it from $84 million to $281 million.    The American Motorcyclist Association (AMA) helped create the Recreational Trails Program in the early

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AMA Kicks Off 2025 AMA National Gypsy Tour

Announces the full schedule of events for the year PICKERINGTON, Ohio (March 14, 2025) — The 2025 AMA National Gypsy Tour kicked off with Daytona Bike Week in Daytona Beach, Fla., on Feb. 28-March 9, with a full slate of unique and exciting events for motorcyclists across the country to follow. With more than 100

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AMA Supports Re-Introduction of the REPAIR Act

*This story has been updated with relevant information regarding the introduction of S.1379 on April 9* PICKERINGTON, Ohio (Feb. 27, 2025) — The American Motorcyclist Association endorses H.R. 1566, the Right to Equitable and Professional Auto Industry Repair Act (REPAIR Act), and S.1379, and urges Congress to pass this legislation. Originally proposed in February 2023

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