HI HB2499

Amends Hawaii Revised Statutes sections 249-1, 286-2, and 291C-1 to add low-speed electric bicycles (as defined under 15 U.S.C. § 2085(b)) to the definition of "bicycle" in county vehicular tax laws, highway safety laws, and statewide traffic code.

Excludes low-speed electric bicycles from the definitions of "moped," "motor vehicle," and "vehicle" in Hawaii law.

Prohibits low-speed electric bicycle riding on all sidewalks, while allowing traditional bicycles to be ridden on sidewalks at 10 miles per hour or less outside business districts.

Extends bicycle theft and defacement laws to cover low-speed electric bicycles, including requirements for dealers to maintain records of sales and serial numbers for four years.

Takes effect on July 1, 2050.