To direct the Secretary of Transportation to issue certain regulations to update the definition of motorcycle, and for other purposes.

This bill directs the Secretary of Transportation to promptly update federal regulations to redefine what counts as a motorcycle. Specifically, within 120 days of enactment, the Secretary must amend the regulatory definition in 49 CFR 571.3 to match the new definition provided in the bill. The defined motorcycle is a motor vehicle originally manufactured with motive power, with a seat for an operator that requires astride seating, designed to have not more than three wheels in contact with the ground, steered by handlebars, with acceleration and braking controlled by handlebar and foot controls, and capable of speeds greater than 30 mph. The overall effect is to standardize the federal definition of motorcycle and align regulatory treatment with this specification, potentially affecting classification, safety rules, licensing, and related regulatory requirements for certain vehicles. This is an introduced House bill (H.R. 3385) from May 14, 2025, sponsored by Mr. Van Orden. It directs regulatory action but does not yet enact new rules or funding; the exact implications will depend on the forthcoming regulations and how states apply any resulting classifications.