The United Motor Vehicle Unification Rally on Sunday, May 21st at the California State Capital in Sacramento is designed to be a showcase for both motorcycle rider and auto driver interests. This rally will seek to unite, for the first time, manufacturers, dealerships, repair shops and supporting organizations from both industries to work on common issues, combining resources and becoming a larger political force leveraging our strengths, passion and will to remain free from government overreach. Although it is scheduled for a Sunday, when state legislators are not in their offices, the day presents the opportunity for maximum attendee participation and more easily allows those that choose to do so, to come back the next day, on May 22, to participate in our “Legislator Day”, where constituents will meet with their district law makers to lobby against current or future laws impacting our ability to choose the type and makeup of vehicle we currently enjoy, and in some cases, require.

Rally organizers are working hard to assemble a strong group of keynote speakers, including legislators, as well as representatives from vehicle part manufacturers, motor vehicle associations, oil companies, unions, veteran organizations, and other large influential organizations. National Motorcycle Rights and Motor Vehicle special interest organizations and other coalitions are also expected to participate and lend their support of free choice and protection of motor vehicle supporting industries. where jobs will be directly affected. Rally topics include…

• Criminal profiling of motorists, Autonomous Vehicles, Use Of Sound Activated Cameras, Exhaust System Compliance Certification Stations, Denial Of Vehicle Registration Based on Compliance of New Standards, Fair Repair Legislation Effecting Our Freedoms To Choose Who Can Service Our Vehicles, Motorcycle Safety Awareness, Mileage Based Taxes, Expanded Use Of Fee Based Commuter Lanes And More….

For more details, see the May Bailing Wire, the MMAofCA,org website, and the ABATE Calendar for the flyer.

The most recent issue of "The Bailing Wire", ABATE's magazine for motorcyclists, has been posted here on the website. Click on the "Newsletter" button on the drop down menu or follow this LINK to see the latest info on activity at the State Capitol and ABATE Locals.

2023 3rd QUARTERLY BOARD MEETING - Saturday, July 8th

The California ABATE Board of Directors conducts quarterly meetings to share information and publicly make decisions that affect the direction of ABATE at the State and Local level.  The 3rd Quarterly Board Meeting of 2023, will be held on July 8th, in-person and Zoom.  It will be hosted in Southern California by Local 8/Local 20.  More details to come!  Please mark your calendars to attend and participate.  We look forward to "gathering" and discussing the issues, prioritizing solutions and continuing this resurgence of ABATE.

Attendees at Quarterly meetings are welcomed to attend/participate in all parts of the meeting, however, the members are only able to vote when needed during the Presidents/Officers/Board Meeting.  PAC (Political Action Committee) meeting decisions are made by the PAC and Board of Directors only.  We encourage everyone to attend these meetings to find out what is happening within the organization.  ABATE is your organization and only works with the members participation. 

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ABATE of California has 16 Locals throughout the state. Click HERE to find the local nearest to you and join them for their monthly meeting.

ABATE business cards, return address labels, and refrigerator magnets are available now. Contact your Local president, Regional Representative, or the State office for info on how to order. 

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Riding a motorcycle can be dangerous. If you do not stay aware of your surroundings and options you may find yourself in a dangerous place. Confidence is required. Sometimes you experience a crisis of confidence when riding. HERE are some thoughts on dealing with it.