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BRC Seeks Role In Snowmobile Lawsuit

The BlueRibbon Coalition (BRC) has filed papers seeking to enter a lawsuit threatening snowmobiling on lands throughout the National Forest System.

AMA Announces 2011 AMA Motorcyclist of the Year

The American Motorcyclist Association (AMA) has announced that AMA member and motorcycle activist Nancy Sabater has been awarded the 2011 AMA Motorcyclist of the Year. The award recognizes the person or persons who had the most profound impact on the world of motorcycling in the previous 12 months.

Maggie McNally Elected AMA Vice Chairwoman

Maggie McNally, the Northeast Region member representative on the American Motorcyclist Association (AMA) Board of Directors, has been elected vice chairwoman of the board. McNally, who has served on the board since 2009, is the first woman to hold the position.

Senate Panel Wants to End Recreational Trails Program

A U.S. Senate committee has unveiled a draft proposal that would end the Recreational Trails Program (RTP), which provides states with money to develop and maintain trails, the American Motorcyclist Association reports.

Bill to Seek Further Analysis on Effects of 15 Percent Ethanol

Rep. Jim Sensenbrenner (R-Wis.) recently introduced H.R. 3199 that would require the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to seek independent scientific analysis on the effects of 15 percent ethanol blend gasoline.

Yamaha Employees Support OHV Areas in Southern California

In addition to Yamaha’s financial support from its involvement with the OHV Access Initiative, employees out of the company’s Cypress, Calif., headquarters have taken on a personal obligation to support this mission as well.

Latest Yamaha OHV Access Funding Includes $10,000 for Bridge in Oregon Forest

Yamaha’s OHV Access Initiative continues to support riding areas across the country including a number of GRANTs (Guaranteeing Responsible Access to our Nation’s Trails) that are helping protect waterways and other natural resources.

Former U.S. Senator Allard Named AMA Vice President for Government Relations

Former two-term U.S. Sen. Wayne Allard of Colorado has joined the American Motorcyclist Association (AMA) as vice president for government relations beginning Oct. 3, the AMA reports. “We are extremely pleased to welcome Senator Allard to the AMA,” said Rob Dingman, AMA president and CEO. “The addition of Senator Allard raises the profile of the

Trail Access Featured at Congressional Subcommittee Hearing

A congressional subcommittee held a field hearing in Northern California that was focused on trail access to federal timber lands. The House Subcommittee on National Parks, Forests and Public Lands heard formal testimony on Sept. 19 in the State Capitol from OHV leaders, Forest Service, county officials, union representatives, sportsmen and anti-access groups.

Off-Road Companies Unite Again for Tread Lightly! Charity Auction

In an effort to raise money to help support outdoor recreation issues, more than 50 companies have donated at least 150 products to the nonprofit organization Tread Lightly! for its Fourth Annual Charity Auction on eBay, November 1-11.

Honda Extends Support for OHV Lead Ban Exemption

On August 12, 2011, H.R. 2715 became law, exempting youth OHVs from the restrictions of the CPSIA so that parents and children can once again enjoy motorized recreation as a family.

President Signs CPSIA Amendment into Law, Ending Ban on Youth OHVs

President Obama has signed H.R. 2715 into law, putting an end to an unintentional ban on youth ATVs and off-highway motorcycles that has lasted for more than two years. The new law amends the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA) to categorically exclude youth ATVs and dirtbikes from the lead content provisions.