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RepublicanBill · H.R. 10067· House(119-HR-10067)

Ride in Freedom Act

Rep. Van Orden
Age: 57 years
Wisconsin
Introduced
8/6/2026
Last activity
8/6/2026 — Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
Sponsored by
Derrick Van Orden
Cosponsors
None
Crime and Law Enforcement
  1. Introduced
  2. In Committee

What this bill would do

This bill, known as the "Ride in Freedom Act," aims to stop the District of Columbia from requiring helmet use for riders. It prohibits the D.C. Council from making such rules and prevents the Mayor from enforcing them. The Act specifically targets requirements for operating or riding on a motorcycle or motor-driven cycle. It also includes the repeal of an existing regulation regarding helmet requirements. Finally, it makes conforming amendments to the District of Columbia Home Rule Act.

Yes

  • Does this give the federal government more power?+5

    The bill increases federal authority by overriding the legislative autonomy of the District of Columbia.

The opposite

  • Does this better protect air, water and wildlife?-3

    The removal of helmet mandates could be viewed as a reduction in public safety protections.

  • Would people in cities be better off under this?-2

    The bill reduces local safety regulations within the District of Columbia urban environment.