
motorbike helmetIn most places in the United States, there are motorbike helmet laws in effect. You are required to wear a helmet. Some people do not think though that they should wear their helmets. These people think that feeling the wind blowing through their hair is more important than protecting themselves from a damaged head. But let's look at some history about these helmets and see if the laws are truly effective.History of Motorbike Helmet LawsThe federal government started making the wearing of motorbike helmets the law in 1967. States had to enact these laws to get federal funds for highway construction in their state. By the end of 1969, 40 states had enacted the laws. By the time 1975 rolled around, there were only 3 states that...