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September 2025
What is A.B.A.T.E.
A Brotherhood Against Totalitarian Enactments
ABATE is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the Freedom of the Road. Ensure your freedom by fighting anti-bike legislation and promoting fair motorcycle legislation. ABATE does not advocate that you ride without a helmet when the law is repealed, only that you have the right to decide.
During these troubling times, we all need to remember what ABATE of Washington is about. We are here to fight for motorcyclist's rights. If we continue to be divided, we cannot accomplish our goals. These times will pass & we will have a bigger & better organization, we just need to remember why we joined ABATE.
Nominations for the pro-tem appointment for State Coordinator will take place October 19th, during the Board of Directors meeting.
Thank you,
Jeff “Bubba” Bowen
Acting State Coordinator
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Thanks to each of you who submit articles, chapter reports, flyers and photographs for our Freedom Newsletter.
I will send an email confirmation of each submission I receive.
If you do not receive written confirmation from me, your submission did not arrive as planned. Please reach out to me via email so that I can ensure your submission is included in the next month's newsletter.
As always, thank you for sending your submissions by the 15th of each month. NOTE: Late submissions do not guarantee placement in the upcoming newsletter.
With respect and gratitude,
Shari Rose Carlsberg
ABATE Freedom Newsletter Editor
newsletter.abateofwashington@gmail.com
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🎈MRF Celebrates
"Chopper" Charlie Gilmore
Sturgis Hall Of Fame Induction
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The Motorcycle Riders Foundation (MRF) proudly congratulates “Chopper” Charlie Gilmore on his induction into the Sturgis Motorcycle Museum Hall of Fame as the 2025 recipient of the Freedom Fighter Award.
A legend in the motorcycling world, Charlie’s journey began in the 1960s with a passion for riding that evolved into a lifelong commitment to rider rights and motorcycle culture. As a Vietnam veteran, ordained minister, and former national chaplain of the Sons of Silence, Charlie has lived a life defined by service, both to his country and to the motorcycling community.
| |  | ⏱️Time’s almost up. What are you going to do about it?
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Every day you wait is another day Congress, federal agencies, and regulators tighten the noose on your rights, your bike, and your lifestyle. They’ve got time, money, and momentum. You? You’ve got this moment to step up, ride out, show up, and fight back.
The Motorcycle Riders Foundation isn’t here to play nice -- we’re here to win. And the Meeting of the Minds is where serious bikers, badass advocates, and no-bullshit leaders unite to strategize, train, and push back.
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September 25–28. Sam’s Town. Shreveport. Be there — or be left out.
👉 Open the doc to register, rally, and rise.
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✅MRF & NCOM Joint Statement
Florida Jury: Tesla Partially Liable
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A Florida jury’s decision this month to hold Tesla partially liable for a fatal crash involving its Autopilot system has sent shockwaves through the auto industry. It also has motorcyclists’ rights groups reminding people of our concerns.
A jury found that Tesla bore partial responsibility for a 2019 crash in Key Largo, FL, that claimed the life of a woman and seriously injured her boyfriend. The driver had engaged Tesla’s Autopilot system and trusted that the car would see what the driver could not. It didn’t. The vehicle plowed into a parked car at over 60 miles per hour.
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This afternoon, Jay Jackson, Motorcycle Riders Foundation Vice President and appointee to the U.S. Motorcyclist Advisory Council (MAC), was notified by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) that his appointment has been terminated. We are shocked and disappointed by this decision and are still gathering information. It appears the other appointees have received similar notifications.
The MAC was created by an act of Congress in November 2021. Yet despite a requirement in the law to establish the MAC within 90 days, it took until 2023 for the nomination process to begin. It wasn’t until the summer of 2024 that the members of the MAC were selected.
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Pay attention. It doesn’t matter if you’ve ridden everything from a “rat rod” chopper to the latest model rolling off your dealer’s showroom. You ride is what matters and you’re in the line of fire.
Fact: Right now, in statehouses and on Capitol Hill, there are people writing laws to control how you ride, what you wear, what you breathe, and what you build.
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| We’ve renewed the group Accidental Death and Dismemberment policy providing all active members of ABATE of Washington with $4,000 AD&D coverage, 24 hours a day, on and off the job. | There is no cost to you for this coverage. | | |
Dear Members,
You will be receiving a letter from American Income Life Insurance Company (AIL). As a member of ABATE of WA you qualify to receive a $4,000 Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance benefit at no cost to you or ABATE of WA. We have partnered with AIL for several years to offer these benefits.
Each letter will have a reply card enclosed and by completing the information you will receive your certificate of coverage. An AIL representative will contact you to confirm your beneficiary and issue you a certificate of coverage. If you do not name a beneficiary, the $4,000.00 would be paid to your estate and may be taxable.
ABATE of WA does not provide your name or any contact information to AIL. The only way they have access to your information is when you send the reply card back or CLICK HERE to request your benefits. There are several supplemental programs available through AIL for you to choose from, which will be discussed when an AIL
representative calls.
If you have any questions, please contact Fran Christie, AIL Public Relations, directly at 778-231-0226 or contact AIL at 1-800-495-1213.
Over numerous years AIL has helped ABATE of WA families by paying over 90 Accidental Death claims.
ABATE of WA has no financial interest in AIL in any way.
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Soldiers for Jesus MC
October 4, 2025
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Fall Run
September 20, 2025
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FREEDOM RUN
AUGUST 29 - SEPTEMBER 1ST, 2025
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MASON COUNTY 17TH ANNUAL CHARTER RUN
SEPTEMBER 6, 2025
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Oyster Run
SEPTEMBER 28, 2025
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STEAM 2025 BOD MEETING
OCTOBER 18 - 19, 2025
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Rat City Chapter
SEPTEMBER 13th, 2025
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STEEPLE CHASE 2025
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STEEPLE CHASE T-SHIRT
ORDER FORM
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STEEPLE CHASE
BANQUET 2025
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RIDER REIMBURSEMENT
Complete a State-Approved Rider Safety Course to receive $50 reimbursement & more!
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FOOTHILS
Greetings from Foothills! It’s been a busy summer we just finished up with our 4th annual pig roast honoring our Foothills Fallen. Was a beautiful day of celebration and reflection. We participated in the Wilkeson Days 50th Annual Handcar Races at the end of July, that was a great day, the Golden Foothills men’s team finally got their 1st place win!! Foothills ladies took 2nd. What a fun day! Get out and support where you can. Keep the rubber side down!
Billi Bowen
Coordinator
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PACIFIC COUNTY
Planning for our Fall Run is ongoing. It is our beast run of the year, with Fall foliage and nice weather.
Mark your calendar for Sept. 20. Run starts at Hunter’s Inn in Naselle, KSU @ 10:00 am.
The winds of political change are blowing. Candidates are throwing their hats in the ring for the 2026 Elections, so keep in touch with your Legislators for the latest news.
Stay sharp, and ride safe.
John Tschannen
Coordinator
Pacific Co Chapter
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SPANAWAY
Greetings from Spanaway Chapter.
I would like to Thank Andy & Chris McAfee for everything they have done for Spanaway ABATE and ABATE of Washington. Enjoy retirement and all of your future adventures.
South Kitsap ABATE put on a fantastic ride and fund raiser for Thomas Short. Thanks to all who were able to make the ride that day,
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SPOKANE
A big thank to everyone that came to the July Board of Directors meeting in Spokane WA.
We were very happy to host. I hope you all enjoyed yourselves and took part in the festivities while you were here from the Pacific Northwest HOG Rally.
Spokane Abate's next venture is a booth on August 14th at Cruisers for "Too Broke For Sturgis". Stop by if you are in the vicinity.
Have a fun summer!
Diana Picone
Spokane Chapter Coordinator
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SKCC
Hello from SKCC
Wow what riding weather we’ve been blessed with so far…maybe a little warm here and there but great overall. On Aug. 9th we held our Tony Corp memorial ride and I’m here to brag a bit…we have some of the most generous members and Independents. With about 14 bikes and some cages we were able to raise almost $2,000.00 to help MaryAnn, Tony’s wife. A lot of Tony’s family were in attendance and it was a special day for certain, a huge thank you to all that participated. By the time you read this you’ll be gearing up to go visit our sister chapter EPCC for their annual Teddy Bear Run, it’s always a great family event. And then the event our SKCC family looks forward to every year, our Family Campout. It’s a great way to enjoy a couple days of food, games and comradery with our fellow SKCC brothers and sisters, sitting around the campfire and soaking up the beautiful mid-summer nights..
Kevin Billings
Coordinator
ABATE SKCC
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Riding With You, Fighting For You
At Metier Motorcycle Lawyers, riding isn’t just something we support—it’s something we live. Lead Attorney Patrick DiBenedetto and his team are proud to stand with ABATE members and the rider community across Washington, offering over 40 years of dedicated legal experience to protect motorcyclists' rights on and off the road. Whether you’ve been in a crash or just want to connect, we’re here—riders helping riders, every mile of the way.
If you or someone you know has been injured in a motorcycle crash, reach out to us anytime at 833-4MOTO-LAW (833-466-8652) or visit www.metierlaw.com to schedule a free consultation.
Stay safe. Stay strong. And keep riding.
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