I lived in Las Vegas, Nevada for a stint and they had the helmet law there. While it didn't really bother me, because I wear one all the time, parts of it did irk me. For example: In Las Vegas, many people get around by way of motorized scooters. These things would be on the same road as me, same traffic, same speed and they weren't required to wear a helmet!? I thought they were more likely to get hit because they didn't even ride in lanes half the time, but rather hugged the curb! I don't think we need a helmet law, because next they'll require more and more until there's nothing left. You can read my CD post...it's about all the gear and natural selection.