Intro: | Missouri representatives would allow motorcyclists to ride without a helmet under a House measure. |
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Wrap: With minor exceptions, the measure would allow Missouri motorcyclists to ride helmet-less.
Springfield Republican Eric Burlison said people should have the choice to wear a helmet or not.
Actuality: | BURLISON.WAV |
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Description: Thirty-one states in the nation do not require their riders to wear a helmet. It's time that Missouri join those states and give our individuals freedom. |
The bill's proponents also said Missouri is losing tourism dollars to surrounding states.
Opponents said the measure imposes a tax burden on the state's citizens, who would consequetially have to pay for more rehab and surgery.
The House bill passed on a close voice vote and needs one more affirmative vote to pass to the Senate.
Reporting from the state Capitol, I'm Jack Morrisroe.
Intro: | A measure that would allow motorcyclists to ride without a helmet met fierce opposition in the Missouri House Tuesday. |
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Wrap: A House measure would allow motorcyclists in the state to ride without a helmet, with minor restrictions.
St. Louis County Democrat Deb Lavender said the measure imposes a tax burden on the state's citizens, who would have to pay for the continued rehab and surgery for unprotected riders in motorcycle accidents.
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Run Time: | 00:08 |
Description: We can look at it as a jobs bill for hospitals, orthopedic surgeons, neurosurgeons, and certainly physical therapists. It does keep us in business. |
The House bill passed on a close voice vote and needs one more affirmative vote to pass to the Senate.
Reporting from the state Capitol, I'm Jack Morrisroe.