government makes the laws in regards to every aspect of cycling. Cyclists' access to public highways, your right to sue motorists when physically threatened by motorists, OSHA monitors bike safety and manufacturer design, some states require cyclists adhere to certain safety requirements, alternative transportation budgets, construction of bike lanes. State transportation planning boards often include cycling advocates within their membership. Some governments actually have become cycling advocates themselves. The list is endless.
You want to further cycling interests you might become involved in government appointed commissions studying the needs of cyclists.
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