The money collected would be placed in a “Bicycle Transportation Improvement Fund” which would go toward developing and maintaining bike paths, lanes, and improvement projects.
Brianna Orr is the Bike Program Director with UO Outdoor Programs. She would rather see bicycle riders encouraged to continue riding.
“So actually paying somebody maybe on their paycheck, giving some money back when you ride a bike or walk instead of driving your car. I think that would be a really wonderful thing.”
Similar bills have been proposed in the past but have been met with resistance due to questions of enforcement.
If Oregonians fail to register their bike or make the decal visible, they will face a $25 fine.
For additional information on the measure visit the Oregon Legislature’s website.
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