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HI HB486
Bill
Status
1/21/2025
Primary Sponsor
Chris Muraoka
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AI Summary
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Prohibits any person from removing a manufacturer- or factory-installed speed limiting device from an electric bicycle or operating an electric bicycle with such a device removed.
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Defines "electric bicycle" as a two- or three-wheeled cycle with fully operable pedals and an electric motor of less than 750 watts that provides propulsion assistance.
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Requires the Department of Transportation to develop a traffic safety education program and public awareness campaign by 20 days before the 2026 regular legislative session, including information on safety rules and applicable traffic codes.
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Directs the Department of Transportation to inform individuals of applicable traffic code, safety information, and penalties for violations when registering an electric bicycle.
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Appropriates unspecified general revenue funds for fiscal years 2025-2026 and 2026-2027 to implement the traffic safety education program and public awareness campaign.
Legislative Description
Relating To Transportation.
Appropriation ($)
Last Action
Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on JHA with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Cochran, Ward excused (2).
2/5/2025