I strongly oppose this…

I strongly oppose this proposed law and believe that bike lanes are essential for making cities safer and more sustainable. Removing vehicle lanes to install bike lanes does not only improve traffic flow, but also reduces pollution, traffic-related accidents, and makes cities more pleasant to live in. Studies consistently show that cities with protected bike lanes have significantly fewer fatalities and serious injuries. For example, a comprehensive study across 12 U.S. cities found that the introduction of protected bike lanes resulted in a 44% reduction in fatalities for all road users, including drivers, pedestrians, and cyclists. In cities like Portland, fatality rates dropped by as much as 75% as bike lanes were expanded.

Not only do bike lanes reduce congestion, but they also help create greener, quieter, and more beautiful urban environments. Research from Carnegie Mellon University further supports that bike lanes reduce congestion by replacing short car trips with more sustainable transportation modes like cycling.