A message from Missouri State Coordinator Robert Horsch AMA State Coordinator for Missouri Robert Horsch wishes to remind you that he is here to serve the best interests of the AMA member riders of Missouri. To reach Robert Horsch regarding issues relating to non-competition recreation and motorcyclists' rights in Missouri, please email him at mocoordinator@ama-cycle.org. Plan now to attend the 2018 AMA Legends & Champions Weekend, Dec. 7-9. This event celebrates the past, honors the present and builds for the future. The event at the Hilton Columbus/Polaris in Columbus, Ohio, includes the 2018 AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony, the 2018 AMA Championship Banquet and the annual AMA Congress. Also during the weekend, the AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame in Pickerington, Ohio, will host an open house in honor of the Class of 2018 and to install their Hall of Fame nameplates and representative motorcycles or memorabilia in the Hall of Fame museum. Tickets for the 2018 AMA Legends & Champions weekend will be available soon. Reservations at the Columbus Hilton/Polaris are available now at a special group rate at the following link: www.hilton.com/en/hi/groups/personalized/c/cmhpohf- AMOTOA-20181205/index.jhtml. Guests also can call (614) 310-2229 and reference the group "American Motorcyclist Association" or "AMOTOA." 1 of 6
Greg Pecoraro has joined the American Motorcyclist Association as its Director of Government Relations and will be working in the organization's office in Washington, D.C. Pecoraro will be responsible for fostering working relationships with the legislative and administrative law and regulatory personnel in government to advance the motorcycle lifestyle. He also will serve as a resource for government entities and AMA membership regarding motorcyclerelated issues. "We are happy to welcome Greg aboard," said AMA Vice President of Government Relations Wayne Allard. "We expect him to contribute immediately on the issues of importance to AMA members, such as higher ethanol content in our fuel, the effects of automated vehicles on motorcycling and protecting and expanding access to public lands." Pecoraro has more than 15 years leading, developing and executing legislative and regulatory strategies in the public and private sectors. His experience includes nine years as a government relations executive for the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association, as well as serving as Maryland's Assistant Secretary of Transportation. "I'm very excited to go to work for the AMA," Pecoraro said. "I believe that my many years of experience in transportation policy and advocacy will add to a great Government Relations team focused on advancing our member's interests across the country and here in Washington." Pecoraro said his priority in his new position is assisting "the AMA team in protecting motorcyclists across the nation and increasing their opportunities to compete, ride for pleasure, business, or just to get around." The American Motorcyclist Association supports the following legislation in Missouri. The Missouri legislature has adjourned for 2018. 2 of 6
Number: MO [R] HB 1292 - Updated (Status 10/02/2018) Sponsor: Henderson, Mike Prohibits text messaging within a school zone Number: MO [R] HB 1297 - Updated (Status 10/02/2018) Sponsor: Brown, Cloria Prohibits anyone from using a hand-held electronic wireless communication device while driving unless the device is equipped for hands-free operation and is being used in that manner Number: MO [R] HB 1489 - Updated (Status 07/18/2018) Sponsor: Matthiesen, Mark Referred: Transportation - 05/18/2018 Number: MO [R] HB 1622 - Updated (Status 07/18/2018) Sponsor: Reiboldt, Bill Referred: Transportation - 05/18/2018 Position: Support Number: MO [R] HB 1640 - Updated (Status 07/18/2018) Sponsor: Bangert, Gretchen Prohibits anyone from using a hand-held electronic wireless communication device while driving a non-commercial motor vehicle unless the device is equipped for hands-free operation and is being used in that manner Number: MO [R] HB 1952 - Updated (Status 07/18/2018) Sponsor: Tate, Nate 3 of 6
Referred: Transportation - 05/18/2018 Number: MO [R] HB 2095 - Updated (Status 07/18/2018) Sponsor: Razer, Greg Referred: Transportation - 05/18/2018 Number: MO [R] HB 2631 - Updated (Status 07/18/2018) Sponsor: Dinkins, Chris Prohibits the use of a hand-held wireless communications device within a school zone Number: MO [R] HB 2732 - Updated (Status 07/18/2018) Sponsor: Rowland, Rory Prohibits the use of a hand-held wireless communications device for texting by drivers of any age Number: MO [R] HJR 74 - Updated (Status 07/18/2018) Sponsor: Messenger, Jeffrey Proposes a constitutional amendment to authorize the highways and transportation commission to construct toll roads and impose and collect tolls on interstates and four-lane roadways Referred: Transportation - 03/08/2018 Number: MO [R] SB 749 - Updated (Text 08/15/2018) Sponsor: Wallingford Modifies provisions relating to the operation of motor vehicles while using electronic devices 4 of 6
SB 749 - Currently, drivers under the age of 22 are prohibited from using electronic communications devices to send text messages or electronic messages while driving. This act extends the prohibition to drivers of all ages. Second Read and Referred S Transportation, Infrastructure and Public Safety Committee - 01/16/2018 Number: MO [R] SB 755 - Updated (Text 08/15/2018) Sponsor: Schupp Modifies provisions relating to the operation of motor vehicles while using electronic devices SB 755 - Currently, drivers under the age of 22 are prohibited from using electronic communications devices to send text messages or electronic messages while driving. This act extends the prohibition to drivers of all ages. Second Read and Referred S Transportation, Infrastructure and Public Safety Committee - 01/16/2018 Number: MO [R] SB 784 - Updated (Text 08/15/2018) Sponsor: Nasheed Modifies the prohibition on certain use of electronic wireless communication devices while operating a motor vehicle Drivers of commercial motor vehicles are further prohibited from using hand-held cell phones to make telephone calls. This act expands the ban on use of handheld cell phones to all drivers for the purposes of sending, reading, or writing text messages or electronic messages and making telephone calls. Cell phones are permitted to be used by drivers in a hands-free or voice activated mode, which includes the use of a headset. Second Read and Referred S Transportation, Infrastructure and Public Safety Committee - 01/17/2018 Number: MO [R] SB 903 - Updated (Text 08/15/2018) Sponsor: Dixon Modifies provisions relating to operation of motor vehicles This act repeals provisions of the existing texting while driving statute that relate to noncommercial vehicles. (Section 304.820). SCS Voted Do Pass S Transportation, Infrastructure and Public Safety Committee (5855S.03C) - 02/26/2018 For information on other legislation the AMA is monitoring in Ohio, please visit our legislative report. 5 of 6
Meet AMA Missouri State Coordinator Robert Horsch Robert earned his AMA EAGLES certification in 2017 and in 2018 was named state coordinator for AMA of Missouri, a volunteer position. I want to tie the motorcycle community together, he said. I want to improve channels of communication between motorcycle riders and groups. Of the three pillars of AMA activity rights, riding and racing state coordinators focus on rights and non-competition recreation. To reach Robert Horsch regarding issues relating to non-competition recreation and motorcyclists' rights in Missouri, please email him at mocoordinator@ama-cycle.org. Address: American Motorcyclist Association 13515 Yarmouth Dr. Pickerington, OH 43147 Phone: (800) AMA-JOIN (800) 262-5646 (614) 856-1900 Connect with us! Monday-Thursday: 8:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. ET Fax: (614) 856-1920 Privacy Policy and Terms and Conditions Friday: 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET 13515 Yarmouth Drive, Pickerington, OH 43147 6 of 6