SPRINGFIELD – To protect cyclists in Illinois, State Senator Mike Simmons’ new law ensures proper and safe signage around bike paths in Illinois.

“As an avid bike rider myself, I know how many people use our pathways every day for work or for just incidental travel, and this will help keep people safe,” said Simmons (D-Chicago). “When someone rides their bike in our communities, for enjoyment or commuting, they can now be confident they are safe.”

Simmons’ laws, House Bill 2675, states that if a crossing is controlled by an official traffic control device or sign, there is no need for crossing signage. The law also ensures that if there is a known emergency or hazard, local authorities who hold ownership of a physical road or path must erect signage or other warning markers on publicly owned bicycle trails.

 “This law is intended to ensure that bicyclists around Illinois do not have to worry or hassle with their safety or their legality on the road,” said Simmons. “This simple and clear change to pathway signage will create safer circumstances for all riders across Illinois.”

House Bill 2675 were signed into law on Friday.

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