The League of American Bicyclists has released three new or updated model laws that states and communities can use to craft legislation that promotes the safety of bicyclists.

• An improved and updated Vulnerable Road User law –provides punishment for motor vehicle drivers who seriously injure people using roadways who are not protected by a motor vehicle.
• A new model Safe Passing law –provides language directing motor vehicles to move over a lane where possible or pass bicyclists at no closer than 3 feet. It also enables motor vehicles to cross double-yellow lines to safely pass bicyclists.
• A new model Where to Ride law –provides language empowering a bicyclist to make safe choices regarding lane position and increases public understanding about where bicyclists should ride on the road.