How many states require motorcycle helmets?

In the United States, helmet laws are determined at the state level. As of 2021, there are 19 states and the District of Columbia that have laws requiring all Motorcycle riders to wear helmets. These states are Alabama, California, Georgia, Louisiana, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Mississippi, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Oregon, Tennessee, Vermont, Virginia, and Washington. In addition, there are 28 states that have partial helmet laws, which require only certain riders, such as those under a certain age or with a certain level of experience, to wear helmets. The remaining three states, Illinois, Iowa, and New Hampshire, do not have any helmet laws for Motorcycle riders. It is important for riders to understand and follow the helmet laws in their respective states to ensure their safety on the road.