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MA H3758
Bill
Status
2/27/2025
Primary Sponsor
Steven Owens
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AI Summary
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Adds a legal definition for "Class 3 electric bicycle" as one with pedal-assist only motor that stops providing assistance at 28 miles per hour
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Creates umbrella definition of "electric bicycle" covering bicycles or tricycles with fully operable pedals and electric motors of 750 watts or less that qualify as Class 1, 2, or 3
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Reverses the default rule for natural surface trails: electric bicycles would be allowed unless a municipality, local authority, or state agency adopts ordinances to prohibit or regulate them (after public notice and hearing)
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Removes the existing prohibition on riding electric bicycles on sidewalks
Legislative Description
Relative to class 3 electric bicycles
Last Action
Reporting date extended to Wednesday, March 18, 2026
9/18/2025