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AK HB123
Bill
Status
3/9/2020
Primary Sponsor
Adam Wool
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AI Summary
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Excludes electric-assisted bicycles from the definition of "motor vehicle" in Alaska statutes, with specific motor specifications: maximum 750 watts power output, assistance only when pedaling, and automatic cutoff at 28 miles per hour.
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Exempts electric-assisted bicycles from vehicle registration requirements under AS 28.10.011.
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Prohibits the Department of Public Safety from banning electric-assisted bicycles from sidewalks, bike paths, or pedestrian-restricted vehicular ways, though municipalities may impose local regulations.
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Defines "bicycle" in AS 28.90.990 to include electric-assisted bicycles and excludes them from the definitions of "motor-driven cycle" and "electric personal motor vehicle."
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Updates the parks and recreation statute (AS 41.23) to use the definition of "bicycle" from vehicle statutes, thereby including electric-assisted bicycles.
Legislative Description
Electric-assisted Bicycles
Motor Vehicles
Last Action
REFERRED TO JUDICIARY
3/10/2020