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FL H0353

Bill

Status

Passed

5/11/2021

Primary Sponsor

Brett Hage

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Origin

House of Representatives

2021 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Amends s. 316.2065, F.S., to exempt bicycle operators from the requirement to ride upon or astride an attached seat if the bicycle was designed by the manufacturer to be ridden without a seat
  • Electric bicycles and their operators retain all the same rights, privileges, and duties as traditional bicycles and their operators under s. 316.2065
  • Local governments may still adopt ordinances governing electric bicycle operation on streets, highways, sidewalks, and sidewalk areas within their jurisdiction
  • Municipalities, counties, or state agencies with jurisdiction over bicycle paths, multiuse paths, or trail networks may restrict or prohibit electric bicycle operation on those facilities
  • Adds new authority for municipalities, counties, or state agencies to restrict or prohibit electric bicycle operation on beaches (as defined in s. 161.54(3)) and dunes (as defined in s. 161.54(4))
  • Effective date: July 1, 2021

Legislative Description

Bicycle Operation Regulations

Last Action

Chapter No. 2021-20

5/11/2021

Committee Referrals

Rules4/7/2021
Commerce Committee2/17/2021
Tourism, Infrastructure and Energy Subcommittee2/3/2021

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