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HB 124

Require bicycles to go opposite the flow of traffic

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Eric Albus

Montana bill requiring bicycles to travel against traffic flow was withdrawn before committee consideration, reversing standard safety practices.

(H) Bill Withdrawn per House Rule H30-50(3)(b)
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Bill Summary · HB 124

Legislative bill overview

HB 124 would have required bicycles to travel in the opposite direction of vehicle traffic flow on roadways in Montana. The bill was introduced on January 7, 2025, but was withdrawn by the sponsor on February 20, 2025, before advancing beyond the House Transportation Committee.

Why is this important

This proposal touches on fundamental traffic safety and bicycle infrastructure policy. Montana's current law aligns with national standards requiring bicycles to travel with traffic flow, a practice supported by traffic safety research. Any reversal of this rule would represent a significant departure from established safety protocols.

Potential points of contention

  • Safety concerns: Cycling against traffic flow increases collision risk at intersections and driveways where drivers expect vehicles from the opposite direction
  • Legal inconsistency: Would contradict Montana's existing bicycle traffic laws and federal guidelines that standardize traffic flow direction
  • Infrastructure mismatch: Most bicycle infrastructure (lanes, paths) is designed for same-direction travel, making opposite-flow cycling impractical

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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