We have often said that BikeTexas supporters are among the best folks on the planet, and we’re proud to know you and partner with you in making our state a marvelous place to bike and walk, now and for Texans still to come. The road is long, but here are some mile markers we’ve passed […]
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Game Faces On: Getting Ready for the 2023 Lege Session
We can’t take on the legislature without you! The 2023 legislative session is coming up fast and we’re gearing up to push for biking- and walking-friendly legislation–and to push back against laws that would impact people who bike and walk in Texas. It’s a story we’ve seen repeated over and over—newly-elected legislators come to Austin […]
BikeTexas Today – February 2021
We hope you and yours have remained safe and are recovering from the recent winter weather emergency. Texans have time and again stepped up to help our neighbors in need, and this crisis was no exception.Although the time when we can gather again still feels like it’s a long way away, we look forward to […]
Register Now and Make Texas Better for Biking
Virtual National Bike Summit: February 28 – March 3, 2021 Make Your Voice Heard at the National Bike Summit! As we move into a new year, and a new administration in Washington D.C., there will be new opportunities for biking. A very important way for you to make an impact and advance biking access and […]
News By Bike: February 22
Looking for some weekend reading? Look no further than these links we thought were worth sharing this week: From BikeTexas: Cyclists in Suits is Monday, and it’s not too late to participate. From around Texas: Houstonia Magazine takes a look at riding a bike in Houston–where it’s come from, what’s happening today, and local advocates’ […]
On the Lege: February 2019
The 86th Texas Legislature is underway. We’re still in the quiet early days of the session, but hang on tight–things are about to heat up. Right now, we’re still working on securing authors for bills that matter to people who ride bikes. These include bills relating to safety, funding for infrastructure, electric bicycles, and more. […]
Get Involved
Membership Matters Be There Volunteer Best Practices Tips on Writing Your Representative Identify Your Legislators BikeTexas works because Texans get involved. Whether it’s traveling to Austin to testify in a Senate or House committee hearing, visiting your school board and advocating for inclusion of the Texas SuperCyclist Curriculum in your child’s school, or passing along […]
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BikeTexas works because Texans get involved. Whether it’s traveling to Austin to testify in a Senate or House committee hearing, visiting your school board and advocating for inclusion of the Texas SuperCyclist Curriculum in your child’s school, or passing along our BikeTexas Today eNewsletter to friends you think should support our work, BikeTexas needs your […]
On the Lege: 85th Regular Session Recap
BikeTexas had several priority bills during the 85th Texas Legislature. The good news is that HB 62, No Texting While Driving, finally passed after many years of work and was signed into law by the governor. Under this law, drivers may not read, write, send texts, or communicate via other electronic messages while the vehicle […]
BikeTexas Today: April 2015
Want the latest news in your inbox? Sign up for BikeTexas emails here. You Did It! Legislative Successes in April House Transportation Committee On Thursday, April 16, three bike-related bills got a hearing in the House Transportation Committee: HB 471, which would require a rear safety light for bikes at night (the current law allows […]
News By Bike: Links for You to Read (Apr 3)
Looking for some weekend reading? Look no further than these links we thought were worth sharing this week: From BikeTexas: It’s been a busy week here, from Cyclists in Suits on Monday to pushing back on bad amendment on Tuesday to announcing the next TTAT on Thursday. Weeks like this are awesome! Many kudos and […]
On the Lege: Victory! For Now…
Thank you!! Amendment 421 on HB 1 Tabled at 3:23AM, April 1 BikeTexas supporter Justin McMurtry stayed up all night to bring us this report: “At 3:20am, the House at last takes up consideration of Rep. Hughes’s amendment to prohibit state funds from being spent to convert any existing general-use traffic lane into a bike, […]
News By Bike: Links for You to Read (Mar 27)
Looking for some weekend reading? Look no further than these links we thought were worth sharing this week: From BikeTexas: Cyclists in Suits is three days away, but it’s not too late to get in on the action! Register now and come lobby with us on Monday. Will you be in San Antonio on Sunday? […]
News By Bike: Links for You to Read (Mar 20)
Looking for some weekend reading? Look no further than these links we thought were worth sharing this week: From BikeTexas: Cyclists in Suits is just over a week away! We can’t believe how fast this lege session is going. Join us in Austin to speak to our legislators on March 30. See that calendar in […]
News By Bike: Links for You to Read (Mar 6)
Looking for some weekend reading? Look no further than these links we thought were worth sharing this week: From BikeTexas: It’s Amplify Austin day! Support bicycle education in Texas, for everyone from our elected officials down to the tiniest new Texas riders. Donate here. Cyclists in Suits is coming soon! Register, sign up for a bus […]
News By Bike: Links for You to Read (Feb 27)
Looking for some weekend reading? Look no further than these links we thought were worth sharing this week: From BikeTexas: Rent a bike for South by Southwest! Not coming to SXSW, or already have a bike? Spread the word to your friends. Bike rentals equal bicycle advocacy in Texas! Cyclists in Suits is a month […]
News By Bike: Links for You to Read (Jan 30)
Looking for some weekend reading? Look no further than these links we thought were worth sharing this week: From BikeTexas: Register now for Cyclists in Suits on March 30! Visit your legislators’ offices, meet people who ride bikes from across the state, and make a difference for all Texans! From around Texas: Folks in El […]
News By Bike: Links for You to Read (Jan 23)
Looking for some weekend reading? Look no further than these links we thought were worth sharing this week: From BikeTexas: Register now for Cyclists in Suits – Texas’ Bike Lobby Day on March 30! Visit your elected officials’ offices and talk to them about what’s important to you as a person who rides a bike. […]
BikeTexas Today: December 2014
Want the latest news in your inbox? Sign up for BikeTexas emails here. Time is Running Out! Order Now to get Your BikeTexas Gift Before December 24 Order by noon on Friday, December 19 Get your t-shirts, jerseys, license plates, and more, but you’ll have to hurry! Order by 12:00 PM TOMORROW, December 19, to […]
BikeTexas Today: November 2014
Subscribe to BikeTexas emails here. Donate Now! BikeTexas’ Legislative Fundraising Kicks Off TODAY Make sure we hit the 2015 Lege Session with a full warchest. Like most nonprofits, BikeTexas relies on our year-end donations to keep the lights on and the work going the rest of the year! Our year-end appeal kicks off TODAY– now’s […]