Gabby Giffords: “in my home state of Arizona we have 150,000 registered motorcycles. With over 300 days of sunshine in our state every…”

“in my home state of Arizona we have 150,000 registered motorcycles. With over 300 days of sunshine in our state every year, you can imagine why so many Arizonans choose to ride their bikes! There are many other reasons why motorcycles are so popular, but one explanation is simple economics: the rising cost of gas. Motorcycles offer a more fuel efficient--and cheaper way--of getting around. On average, motorcycles can get between 40 and 75 miles per gallon of gas. And even as gasoline prices are hovering near $3.75 a gallon in many parts of the country, motorcycle riders can fill up for less. According to the U.S. Department of Transportation, motorcycles consume 56 percent less fuel per mile traveled. Many people are now taking the plunge to own and ride a motorcycle regularly. Over the past decade, U.S. motorcycle sales have more than tripled. They are growing in popularity as a fun and fuel-efficient alternative. As a member of the House Science and Technology Committee, I am committed to working with all my constituents and colleagues in Congress to move our country forward and continue our tradition of international leadership on environmental Issues. And I am proud that, as a motorcyclist for over 20 years, I am leaving a smaller footprint on our earth by just riding my bike. But, I do have concerns about road safety and that drivers sharing the road with me aren't looking out for my well-being.…”