S.B. 1117 Summary

• Prohibits operation of mopeds and electric motorcycles on bicycle lanes, paths, and roadways designated for bicycle use.

• Renames the Electric Bicycle and Electric Moped Rebate Program to the Electric Mobility Device Rebate Program and expands eligibility to include adaptive electric bicycles and electric micro-mobility devices.

• Increases maximum rebate from $500 to $750 per device, or up to $1,500 within three consecutive fiscal years for applicants demonstrating financial need; reduces application deadline from 12 months to 6 months after purchase.

• Raises helmet requirement age from 16 to 18 years old; prohibits persons under 15 from operating class 3 electric bicycles and persons under 18 from operating electric motorcycles or motor-driven cycles.

• Establishes new operational rules for electric bicycles and permits their use on public sidewalks outside business districts at speeds not exceeding 10 mph; appropriates funds for the rebate program effective July 1, 2025.