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Election 2008 Update (11.05.08) Now that this historic election is behind us, the League of American Bicyclists looks forward to working with a new Congress, and a new Administration, in writing a new transportation bill. Click here to read more about how the election will help bicyclists.

Next Steps for Bicycle Commuter Act (10.07.08) Now that the bicycle commuter provision is law, the League is taking the lead to ensure that implementation guidelines are established prior to the provision's effective date: January 1, 2009. Continue to check our web site for new information, we will be updating it with answers to Frequently Asked Questions as we get the details. Click here to see full text of the tax provision, or here to read Congressman Blumenauer's explanation.

SmartCycling: Traffic Skills 101 (09.29.08) The League has released a new version of our core bicycle education curriculum: Traffic Skills 101! Formerly known as Road I, the new manual has updated graphics, photos, and text to help League Cycling Instructors teach cyclists to ride safely and smartly. Instructors: Order your copy today! Others: Sign up to take a class today!

Trash Talking (09.15.08) Every now and then, someone takes a potshot at bicyclists. Whoever it is, and whatever their motivation, we don’t like it! So we're going to keep track of who says what, and give you the data you need -- to talk back.

Brighten Your Ride; Brighten Our Future (11.14.08) The League of American Bicyclists has one boss: You. You tell us what is important, what needs to be our focus, and how we can help you and your community become more bicycle friendly. And, as you know, the end of the year is time for almost everyone’s (including the League's) annual evaluation. So, let us have it! Do you read our magazine? Do you like our programs? Would you like to see more of us? Less? Take our survey and you’re done. To thank you for your input, you’ll be entered into a raffle for an awesome NiteRider Flight 2.3 (worth $399!). (Your comments will remain anonymous, but you must enter your email at the end of the survey to be entered into the raffle.) Thanks for your membership and your feedback.