Two important bills for better biking are moving forward in the California legislature. Bike-friendly legislation continues to advance, thanks to the work of CalBike and our partners to keep up the pressure. Bike-friendly turn lanes bill passes with bipartisan support AB 1266, introduced by Assemblymember Robert Rivas (D-Hollister), passed on the Assembly floor on May […]
The Complete Streets for Active Living Bill (SB 127) has reached a crucial point in its journey through the Senate. It has landed in the Senate Appropriations Committee. This is where the fiscal impact of bills is assessed. Yesterday, SB 127 was placed on the “suspense file,” which means the bill is on hold because of […]
https://www.calbike.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/CompleteStreets-v4-1030x666.jpg1891001Laura McCamyhttps://www.calbike.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/calbike-logo.pngLaura McCamy2019-05-14 17:02:012019-05-15 14:57:10Don’t Let SB 127 Die: Call Now to Support the Complete Streets Bill
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – May 6, 2019 Sacramento, CA –The California Bicycle Coalition is excited to announce the addition of Forest Barnes to our staff. Forest will lead CalBike’s active transportation planning work in five southern San Joaquin Valley cities from Fresno to Bakersfield. Under Forest’s leadership, CalBike will facilitate planning for safe walking and […]
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The Complete Streets for Active Living Bill is moving forward after a long and contentious hearing in the Senate Transportation Committee. Thanks to unwavering commitment by our team and the bill’s author, Senator Scott Wiener, SB 127 the bill passed on a 9-3 vote and will move to the Senate floor in May with its […]
https://www.calbike.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/CompleteStreets-v4-1030x666.jpg1891001Laura McCamyhttps://www.calbike.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/calbike-logo.pngLaura McCamy2019-04-26 18:34:322019-05-01 15:30:02Complete Streets Clears an Important Milestone
California residents are one step closer to being able to trade in their old polluting car for a brand new electric bicycle, thanks to the advancement of SB 400 in the California Senate. The E-Bikes for Mobility Bill, SB 400 (Umberg), expands the definition of ‘mobility options’ in the Clean Vehicles for All program which […]
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Last week, we pulled our bill to simplify the rules in California Vehicle Code governing where bicyclists must ride in the traffic lane. The goal was to emphasize the right or people riding bicycles to use a full traffic lane when necessary for safety. Riding too far to the right, next to parked cars, or […]
https://www.calbike.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/dream_ride_2018-2464-L.jpg450800Kevin Claxtonhttps://www.calbike.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/calbike-logo.pngKevin Claxton2019-04-05 10:57:462019-05-24 11:30:28Opposition from Powerful Motorists’ Lobby Stalls Bicycle Lane Positioning Bill For Now; CalBike and Allies Plan Education Campaign
The fellowship award has been closed and all spots have been filled. Thank you for your interest! The 2019 California Bicycle Summit will be a gathering of leaders in advocacy for more equitable, inclusive and prosperous communities where bicycling enables more people to live joyful and healthy lives — regardless of their ability to afford […]
https://www.calbike.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/CalBike_Logos_2019_FINAL-e1553801956329.jpg511939Kevin Claxtonhttps://www.calbike.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/calbike-logo.pngKevin Claxton2019-03-29 11:23:022019-10-08 11:32:19Closed – Free or Discounted Ticket to the California Bicycle Summit
Have your voice heard! Submit a proposal to share your knowledge and insights with your California allies at the 2019 California Bicycle Summit! Proposals must be submitted by May 1. Your proposal doesn’t have to be complete but we want your ideas! This year’s theme is about the intersections in our work: the physical intersections […]
For Immediate Release CalBike Co-Founds “Streets For All Coalition” to Unite Bike Riders, Scooter Users, and Pedestrians New Coalition Brings Together Environmental Organizations, Active Transportation Advocates, and Sustainable New Mobility Operators to Improve Transportation and Tackle Climate Change Sacramento, CA (March 3rd, 2019) – The California Bicycle Coalition announced on Wednesday that the advocacy […]
https://www.calbike.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/championA.jpg5121024Kevin Claxtonhttps://www.calbike.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/calbike-logo.pngKevin Claxton2019-03-28 14:27:332019-05-24 11:38:58Where We Live and How We Get There; Legislation Linking Transportation and Housing Taking Shape
CalBike Moves Bike-Friendly Bills Forward in Sacramento
/by Laura McCamyTwo important bills for better biking are moving forward in the California legislature. Bike-friendly legislation continues to advance, thanks to the work of CalBike and our partners to keep up the pressure. Bike-friendly turn lanes bill passes with bipartisan support AB 1266, introduced by Assemblymember Robert Rivas (D-Hollister), passed on the Assembly floor on May […]
Don’t Let SB 127 Die: Call Now to Support the Complete Streets Bill
/by Laura McCamyThe Complete Streets for Active Living Bill (SB 127) has reached a crucial point in its journey through the Senate. It has landed in the Senate Appropriations Committee. This is where the fiscal impact of bills is assessed. Yesterday, SB 127 was placed on the “suspense file,” which means the bill is on hold because of […]
Welcome New Hire: Forest Barnes to Work on Active Transportation in the Central Valley
/by Laura McCamyFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – May 6, 2019 Sacramento, CA –The California Bicycle Coalition is excited to announce the addition of Forest Barnes to our staff. Forest will lead CalBike’s active transportation planning work in five southern San Joaquin Valley cities from Fresno to Bakersfield. Under Forest’s leadership, CalBike will facilitate planning for safe walking and […]
Complete Streets Clears an Important Milestone
/by Laura McCamyThe Complete Streets for Active Living Bill is moving forward after a long and contentious hearing in the Senate Transportation Committee. Thanks to unwavering commitment by our team and the bill’s author, Senator Scott Wiener, SB 127 the bill passed on a 9-3 vote and will move to the Senate floor in May with its […]
E-Bike Vouchers Advance in the Senate
/by Laura McCamyCalifornia residents are one step closer to being able to trade in their old polluting car for a brand new electric bicycle, thanks to the advancement of SB 400 in the California Senate. The E-Bikes for Mobility Bill, SB 400 (Umberg), expands the definition of ‘mobility options’ in the Clean Vehicles for All program which […]
Opposition from Powerful Motorists’ Lobby Stalls Bicycle Lane Positioning Bill For Now; CalBike and Allies Plan Education Campaign
/by Kevin ClaxtonLast week, we pulled our bill to simplify the rules in California Vehicle Code governing where bicyclists must ride in the traffic lane. The goal was to emphasize the right or people riding bicycles to use a full traffic lane when necessary for safety. Riding too far to the right, next to parked cars, or […]
Closed – Free or Discounted Ticket to the California Bicycle Summit
/by Kevin ClaxtonThe fellowship award has been closed and all spots have been filled. Thank you for your interest! The 2019 California Bicycle Summit will be a gathering of leaders in advocacy for more equitable, inclusive and prosperous communities where bicycling enables more people to live joyful and healthy lives — regardless of their ability to afford […]
Now Accepting Proposals for 2019 California Bicycle Summit
/by Kevin ClaxtonHave your voice heard! Submit a proposal to share your knowledge and insights with your California allies at the 2019 California Bicycle Summit! Proposals must be submitted by May 1. Your proposal doesn’t have to be complete but we want your ideas! This year’s theme is about the intersections in our work: the physical intersections […]
‘Streets For All Coalition’; CalBike Joins Shared E-Bike, Scooter Partners in Unveiling Equity, Sustainability Principles
/by Kevin ClaxtonFor Immediate Release CalBike Co-Founds “Streets For All Coalition” to Unite Bike Riders, Scooter Users, and Pedestrians New Coalition Brings Together Environmental Organizations, Active Transportation Advocates, and Sustainable New Mobility Operators to Improve Transportation and Tackle Climate Change Sacramento, CA (March 3rd, 2019) – The California Bicycle Coalition announced on Wednesday that the advocacy […]
Where We Live and How We Get There; Legislation Linking Transportation and Housing Taking Shape
/by Kevin Claxton