"government relations" as in lobbying to ensure that the state requires people to take their course? I'm actually a big fan of proficiency training whether it be for driving, shooting, or whatever... but the state mandating that I take a specific safety class irks me.
Kinda pisses me off that Pilot Certification is required for an individual to act as a pilot of an aircraft too. The FAA get all involved saying who the instructors are,kinda sucks. Big Brother.
Wait until you get caught in the DL racket of being referred to a MAB.
What is MAB ?
Actual I have zero problem with the MSF or FAA being involved in classes and certification. Major non-issue.
[h=4]MAB Referrals[/h] The most common ways an individual is referred to MAB are:
- The individual self-reports his/her medical condition.
- DPS refers an individual due to the medical evaluation conducted at the driver license office.
- The individual has multiple convictions for alcohol or drugs on their driver record.
- Law enforcement, a physician or a private citizen has cause for concern and reports an individual to DPS for a medical evaluation
I got pulled over for speeding on my bike a couple of years ago when I didnt have my class M. The officer didnt catch it until after he had already given me the citation. LUCKIEST day of my life.
They're towing bikes\impounding them here in Houston if found without an endorcement. A bunch of old riders are getting their MSF\License endorsement for the first time because of it.
So which state's Highway Patrol is the nicest? I'm for Oklahoma because he let me sit in the car until I warmed up, gave me a warning and told me about a good cafe. Gotta get a slower bike.
just a warning ticket