State Senate Passes Bill Requiring Youth to Wear Helmets While Skiing

On August 23, 2010, the State Senate passed legislation which will require children under the age of 18 to wear helmets while skiing. The Bill was proposed by Senators Anthony Bucco and Joseph Pennacchio.

The legislation states, “A person under 18 years of age engaged in the activity of downhill skiing or operation of snowboards, including the use of ski tows, lifts and tramways, shall wear a securely fitted protective helmet.”

You can view a copy of the bill here.