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JEFFERSON CITY, MO (AP) -- The Missouri House is supporting an effort to repeal the state's helmet law for motorcyclists.

Some motorcycle enthusiasts have tried for years to lift the helmet requirement, but the bill has typically died in the Senate.

The House gave its initial approval today to legislation that would not require helmets for motorcycle riders who are at least 21 years old.

The bill needs final approval before it goes to the Senate.

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