Last week Governor Brown signed what is commonly known as “the 3 foot law,” which goes into effect in September of 2014.  The law requires that motorists maintain at least three feet of space when passing bicyclists or wait until there is adequate room to pass safely . Why do we need a 3 foot law? [...]

The California Bicycle Coalition is currently running the “Give Me Three” campaign in collaboration with the City of Los Angeles to encourage and support the passing of Sentate Bill 910. With this bill motorists would need to give bicyclists at least three feet when passing on the road or risk the possibility of a ticket. [...]