"Bicyclists are an indicator species of a livable community, a place where our families are safe, healthy and economically secure. It’s time for the Federal Government to step up and do its part."

From comments made by Rep. Earl Blumenauer (Democrat, Oregon) to Congress in support of enacting federal bicycle-friendly legislation during the U. S. National Bike Summit in Washington D.C., during March 4-6, 2008.

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