HCR1012
To Proclaim The Month Of May As Bike Month In The State Of Arkansas.
Last Action (May 1, 2023): Approved by the Governor
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AI-Generated Summary
House Concurrent Resolution 1012 designates the month of May as 'Bike Month' in the State of Arkansas. The resolution highlights Arkansas's extensive network of bicycle trails, totaling over 2,700 miles, and notes the state's growing recognition in the cycling community, including the selection of Bentonville as the base for the U.S. National Mountain Bike Team. It also acknowledges the advocacy efforts of third-grade students from Evening Star Elementary School who initiated this legislative movement to promote cycling as a state sport. The resolution serves as a formal state recognition of the importance and accessibility of bicycling for Arkansas citizens. Upon adoption, a copy of the resolution is to be provided to the teacher who facilitated the students' legislative project.
Potential Impact Analysis
Who Might Benefit?
The primary beneficiaries include the tourism and outdoor recreation industries in Arkansas, as the resolution promotes the state's extensive bicycling infrastructure. Additionally, cycling enthusiasts, local communities that have been designated as 'Bicycle Friendly,' and the students and teachers at Evening Star Elementary School benefit from the formal recognition of their advocacy and the promotion of the sport.
Who Might Suffer?
There are no identifiable groups or entities that would be negatively impacted by this resolution, as it is a non-binding commemorative proclamation that does not mandate changes to law, regulations, or state expenditures.
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