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CA AB1447

Bill

Status

Engrossed

5/25/2023

Primary Sponsor

Heath Flora

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Origin

State Assembly

2023-2024 Session

AI Summary

  • Expands the definition of motorized scooters to include 3-wheeled devices with a maximum weight of 200 pounds and width of 3 feet, powered by electric motors that cease at 20 miles per hour.

  • Requires manufacturers of motorized scooters weighing 50 pounds or more (manufactured after January 1, 2024) to apply a certification sticker verifying the scooter meets specified braking requirements.

  • Prohibits operation of motorized scooters exceeding 15 miles per hour without a working speedometer and prohibits speeds over 15 mph while standing or over 20 mph while sitting down.

  • Extends the Three Feet for Safety Act to require motor vehicles passing motorized scooters to maintain at least 3 feet of clearance, with violations subject to a $35 fine ($220 if causing injury).

  • Requires manufacturers to provide buyers with disclosures warning that existing insurance policies may not cover motorized scooter accidents.

Legislative Description

Vehicles: motorized scooters.

Last Action

Re-referred to Com. on RLS.

9/11/2023

Committee Referrals

Rules9/11/2023
Transportation9/11/2023
Rules9/11/2023
Appropriations7/12/2023
Transportation6/7/2023
Rules5/26/2023
Appropriations4/25/2023
Transportation3/9/2023

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