Secretary of State Ruth Johnson recently announced that Michigan has added an online component to its motorcycle safety training class that allows students to complete the basics online, giving them more time in the classroom and on the range for in-depth discussion and practice.
“We’ve gotten some great feedback from instructors and students who love the new online course because of the advantages it offers,” said Johnson, who was one of the first women in Oakland County to receive a motorcycle endorsement. “Students cover the basics at home at their own speed and concentrate on the more challenging aspects of riding in class and on the range.”
The state is also issuing for the first time “high visibility” motorcycle vests to each student that successfully completes the basic rider course offered through a public provider. The vests, which are provided by the Michigan Office of Highway Safety Planning with federal grant money, are made with fluorescent lime green and reflective materials to better alert motorists of the motorcyclist’s presence.
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Choosing the option to add a veteran designation to Michigan driver's licenses gives veterans an easy way to prove their veteran status in order to receive discounts from businesses.
Eligible veterans may obtain the designation by visiting any Secretary of State office or when renewing through the mail. The designation is available when applying for an original or renewal Michigan license or ID at no additional charge. If added at another time, correction fees will apply.
Plus, it allows the Secretary of State's Office to partner with the Michigan Veteran Affairs Agency, and veteran service organizations to provide referral information so veterans better know what resources and services are available to them.
The word "Veteran" will be printed in red on the front of the card.
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