With election season in full swing, it is a prime opportunity to talk a little about the Motorcycle Riders Foundation Political Action Committee (MRF PAC). The MRF PAC is an entity that raises money and then disburses those funds to candidates for federal office.
The MRF PAC is nonpartisan and supports candidates regardless of their party affiliation. The MRF PAC Board looks to back candidates for office who have shown a sustained commitment to protecting bikers’ rights. The PAC receives requests for funds from MRF members and votes on which candidates will receive a check.
During the current 2-year election cycle, ten (10) candidates for office have received financial support from the PAC, including all four leaders of the House Motorcycle Caucus: Reps. Troy Balderson, Donald Norcross, Derrick Van Orden and Tim Walberg.
Using PAC funds is a fantastic way for MRF members to show support for our champions on Capitol Hill and strengthen the personal relationships that bikers have built with lawmakers. Recently, ABATE of Michigan used MRF PAC funds to support Rep. Lisa McClain. In her four years in office, Rep. McClain has built an incredible bond with the riders in Michigan and has helped champion the legislative priorities of the MRF. Motorcyclists in Michigan have attended rallies, put up yard signs and have now used PAC funds to support her reelection.
When it comes to being effective advocates in Washington, D.C., there are many tools in the toolbox. The MRF PAC is just one of those tools, so we thank all those who back the PAC. Your contributions help us aid those who stand by us in our nation’s capital and encourage others to support our cause.
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