Fwd: The VRU bills are moving, here’s how you can help

[Tim Potter]

Let’s do what we can to help get this passed. 

Pls forward it to your friends and family.  

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From: "Jeffrey Carek, LMB" <in...@lmb.org>
Date: June 25, 2025 at 2:38:14 PM EDT
To: Tim Potter <flyingdu...@gmail.com>
Subject: The VRU bills are moving, here’s how you can help
Reply-To: "Jeffrey Carek, LMB" <in...@lmb.org>

 Ask your lawmakers to vote yes and support LMB’s work to protect all road users.

If you're having trouble viewing this email, you can see it online. Safer streets need your voice. Will you help us get the VRU Bills passed?   Dear Friend, Right now in Michigan, someone walking, biking, or using a wheelchair is significantly more likely to die in a traffic crash than someone in a vehicle. This isn’t just tragic, it’s preventable. That’s why the League of Michigan Bicyclists is calling on you to help us get Vulnerable Roadway User legislation across the finish line in Lansing. This bipartisan legislation would ensure meaningful consequences when a driver seriously injures or kills a vulnerable road user, like a cyclist, pedestrian, or person in a wheelchair.  As a retired police officer and lifelong cyclist, I know firsthand how critical this law is. I’ve seen the aftermath of too many crashes that could’ve been prevented. This legislation isn’t about punishment, it’s about accountability, awareness, and saving lives. We’ve made incredible progress. In May, I testified on behalf of bicyclists across Michigan in support of the Vulnerable Road User bills, asking legislators to help take major/meaningful steps toward justice and safer streets for all. We can’t afford to lose momentum, this climb needs your help! Here’s how you can help right now: 1. Call your Michigan senator. Ask them to vote YES on the Vulnerable Roadway User legislation. It takes just a few minutes, but your voice makes a powerful difference. Click here for a script and tips on talking to your senator and their staff. ➡️ Find your senator: Find Your Senator Here   2. Donate to the League of Michigan Bicyclists. Your gift will fuel our advocacy work in the Capitol and on the ground. Every dollar helps us fight for a safer Michigan for all road users. ➡️ Donate today: Donate Today We've been working hard to get this critical legislation across the finish line, and now we’re so close to making this bill a law. With your voice and your support, we can make sure these lifesaving protections become law this year. The VRU bills are one example of the advocacy your support powers— steady, intentional work toward a Michigan where we can all ride, walk, or roll without fear. Your representatives need to hear from you! They will pay attention if they are contacted by you, as their constituent. Thank you for riding and advocating alongside us.   With hope and determination,   Jeffrey D. Carek Interim Executive Director League of Michigan Bicyclists   LEAGUE OF MICHIGAN BICYCLISTS 410 South Cedar Street, Suite A Lansing, Michigan 48912 (517) 334-9100 Working to improve life through bicycling since 1981. This email was sent to flyingdu...@gmail.com. Click here to unsubscribe.