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California boasts a vast and expanding highway system designed for automobiles. At Los Angeles Critical Mass, we believe it\u2019s time to develop interconnected, protected networks that enable cyclists to travel quickly and safely to key destinations.<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

We are so excited in this new bill. Imagine bike highways exclusively for cyclists. We can and we want!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We want to thank Damien from Streets are for everyone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Who Introduced the Bill?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The bill was introduced by Assembly Member Bennett, with support from Assembly Member Harabedian.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why is This Important?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Biking is a great way to get around, but many people need safer routes. AB-954 will help improve California\u2019s bike infrastructure, encouraging more people to ride bikes instead of driving.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Key Points of the Bill<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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  1. Creating Bicycle Highways:<\/strong>\n
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    • The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) will plan and set up these bike highways.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • These highways will be marked with signs and will only be for cyclists.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Design Features:<\/strong>\n
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      • The bike highways will have limited entrances and exits.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • They will be designed for longer trips\u2014at least 5 miles.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Bicyclists will be able to travel at higher speeds, up to 25 miles per hour.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Timeline for Implementation:<\/strong>\n
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        • By January 1, 2030<\/strong>, Caltrans must include the bike highway plan in its transportation improvement program.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • By July 1, 2031<\/strong>, they will report back to the state legislature about how the pilot program is going and suggest ways to expand it.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

          What Does This Mean for You?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

          If you\u2019re a cyclist or interested in biking, this program is a big win! It aims to create safer, faster routes for biking, making it easier for everyone to choose cycling as a way to travel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

          Conclusion<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

          AB-954 is an exciting step forward for biking in California. By establishing dedicated bike highways, the state is working to make cycling a more popular and safer option for transportation.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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