2010 HJM 32 Enforce Off-Highway Motor Vehicle Act

CVNM Position:

Oppose

Year:

2010

Sponsors:

Don Tripp

Topics:

Land
Wildlife & Habitat Conservation

Legislative Info:

HJM 32 on nmlegis.gov »

Description

Irresponsible use of Off-Highway Vehicles (OHVs) poses major threats to wildlife and ecosystems, private property, and the safety of their riders. This joint memorial lacked any attempt at balancing the need for training youth on OHV safety with educating parents and children about the dangers of OHVs -- the mortality and injury rates among youth riders in particular. Of greater concern is that the memorial sought to shift resources from critical enforcement activities to training programs that are already widely offered.

Outcome

Defeated in the House.