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HI HB435

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/21/2025

Primary Sponsor

Trish La Chica

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Establishes three classes of electric bicycles based on motor assistance speed: Class 1 and 2 (up to 20 mph) and Class 3 (up to 28 mph), with Class 3 requiring operators to be at least 15 years old and all riders to wear helmets

  • Requires manufacturers to permanently label electric bicycles with classification, top speed, and motor wattage, and prohibits tampering with motors or labels to alter speed capabilities

  • Sets registration fees at $30 for electric bicycles, with a separate fee (amount left blank) for Class 3 electric bicycles

  • Creates new "electric micro mobility device" category for motorized personal transportation devices under 75 pounds (like one-wheels and electric skateboards), subject to the same regulations as electric foot scooters

  • Increases the mandatory helmet age from 16 to 18 for bicycle and electric foot scooter operators, and raises the minimum age for electric foot scooter operation helmet requirements from 16 to 18

Legislative Description

Relating To Electric Bicycles.

Registration

Last Action

Carried over to 2026 Regular Session.

12/8/2025

Committee Referrals

Judiciary & Hawaiian Affairs2/11/2025
Transportation1/21/2025

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