The Greene County Chapter is dedicated to the mission of ABATE of New York. We are over 100 members strong and growing. We meet monthly at Brennan's in Earlton,here is our Meeting Schedule

Anyone interested in motorcycling may join. Owning or riding a motorcycle is not necessary.

ABATE of New York works with federal, state and local politicians on the issues concerning motorcyclists. we encourage all our members to be registered voters and to know who their federal, state and local representatives are.

ABATE of New York has chapters spread throughout the state. The Greene County chapter holds monthly meetings at Brennans on the second Thursday of each month. See our contact page for more information. ABATE of New York encourages all members to work with one another.

ABATE of New York has helped to accomplish many things legislatively over the years but our work has just begun. Please join us in protecting our rights and making the roads safer for everyone.

SOME ACCOMPLISHMENTS OF ABATE OF NEW YORK

...was instrumental in changing legal handlebar height to the height of the operators shoulders.

...has worked successfully with other motorcycle rights organizations to stop, amend or repeal unjust legislation on both the state and local levels.

...was instrumental in getting the NYS Rider Education Program signed into law in 1997. This program makes professional training for beginning and experienced riders available statewide.

...worked successfully in passing the "Drivers Education Bill" that mandates a motorcycle awareness segment in the NYS new driver training program.

...was instrumental in preventing NYS DMV from implementing a "Tiered Licensing" program for motorcyclists.

...was highly involved in passing the "Anti Discrimination Bill" for motorcyclists. This law prohibits state or any local government from banning or restricting motorcycles on any road, bridge or park that receives funding from the NYS budget.

...successfully lobbied for the inclusion of motorcycles in the NYS "lemon Law".

...has a renewed dedication to work toward the repeal or amendment of the state helmet law.

...has helped get the DOT to recognize the danger to motorcycles and change the way crack sealer is applied on NY roads.

...helped co-write legislation to impose more just punishments to negligent drivers who injure or kill other road users.

...is represented on the Governor’s Traffic Safety Committee, Safety Management System Team, working with the NYS-DOT and DMV.

...has a growing number of members on local traffic and safety boards to better represent the concerns of motorcyclists.

SOME GOALS FOR OUR FUTURE

Continue to closely monitor proposed legislation.

Continue to promote and pursue motorcycle legislative and safety education for motorcyclists and the general public.

To have freedom of choice regarding safety equipment.

To promote a positive image of ABATE and motorcyclists.