This is a thought provoking question. At least for me it was. My first notion was that perhaps it would somehow ad "legitimacy" to our claim to the road and strengthen our ability to claim resources from the state for bike lanes, law enforcement, etc. I thought perhaps we might get bicycling questions added to driving tests, much like school busses have.
Then, several questions worked their way into my thinking which made me uncomfortable.
If we extend licensing to bicyclists, why not then scooter riders, in-line skaters, pedestrians, joggers and the like?
How quickly would the state move from licensing to things like bicycle registration, taxes, inspections, etc.?
With all that licensing data available, how soon would there be such a thing as mandatory bicycle insurance?
I generally shy away from government involvement, especially when it involves taking my money.
Carl
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