2024-07-28 06:13:28
The recent reform to the Mobility Law, Approved by the state Congress on July 23 with 21 votes in favor and three against, it generated a series of demonstrations in the capital of Quintana Roo.
This new legislation requires every motorcyclist in the entity to carry a reflective vest and a helmet with a print showing the details of your license plate.
In Chetumalmore than 300 motorcycle users made a ride from the Museum of Mayan Culture to Congress local to show their rejection of what they consider a unilateral measure, since it has not been clearly reported how the acquisition of the stamping that the Institute of Mobility in the State of Quintana Roo (Imoveqroo) a is sector.
NEW MOBILITY LAW IS ANNOYING
This measure will affect more than 179 thousand registered units.
Alberto Jesus Flores Andrade, leader of the Quintana Roo Lions Group, affiliated with the Revolutionary Confederation of Workers and Peasants (CROC), He expressed his concern and dissatisfaction at the lack of communication and prior consultation with motorcyclists.
“The deputies approved this law without consulting us, without inviting us to work or debate tables. This represents an impact on our pockets.. Although they say there will be no costs, the question is for how long.
“If the vest is lost or stolen, how much will the replacement cost? We are assured that it is for our safety, but we use certified helmets that really protect us. What guarantees us that the proposed vests and helmets will help us in the event of an accident?” he said. Flores Andrade.
Motorcyclists also question the quality of the supplies that will be distributed and their effectiveness in improve road safety. Despite promises of security, many remain skeptical about the true intent.
“They demand more regulations from us and obligations, “But what rights do they offer us? They say they are looking after our safety, but we don’t know if these vests and helmets will really protect us in the event of an accident,” he added.
Motorcycle accidents are decreasing in Benito Juárez
From January to July 12 of this year, more than 600 accidents involving motorcycle drivers have been recorded, reported the directorate of Roads y Transit of the Municipal Secretariat of Citizen Security of the municipality of Benito JuárezQuintana Roo, a figure that was reduced by 8 percent compared to last year.
Within the 618 accidents In which these vehicles were involved, five people lost their lives.
In 2023, a total of 672 accidents involving motorcycle drivers were recorded in the same period; that is, 54 more than this year; more people also died, since there were 8o. / Armando Herrera
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2024-07-28 06:13:28