CA AB2989

Permits local authorities to authorize motorized scooter operation on highways with speed limits up to 35 miles per hour outside of bike lanes through ordinance or resolution.

Allows motorized scooter operation on highways with speed limits exceeding 35 miles per hour only within Class II or Class IV bikeways.

Establishes that the 15 mile per hour maximum speed limit for motorized scooters applies to all highways and bikeways regardless of posted speed limits.

Requires helmet use for motorized scooter operators only if they are under 18 years of age, eliminating the helmet requirement for adults.