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MN SF4513

Bill

Status

Introduced

4/23/2020

Primary Sponsor

David Dibble

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Origin

Senate

91st Legislature 2019-2020

AI Summary

  • Establishes three classes of electric-assisted bicycles: Class 1 (motor assistance up to 20 mph when pedaling), Class 2 (throttle-capable assistance up to 20 mph), and Class 3 (motor assistance up to 28 mph when pedaling).

  • Reduces maximum motor power output from 1,000 watts to 750 watts for electric-assisted bicycles.

  • Excludes electric-assisted bicycles from definitions of off-highway motorcycles, off-road vehicles, all-terrain vehicles, and motor vehicles in Minnesota statutes.

  • Requires manufacturers to affix permanent labels on electric-assisted bicycles displaying classification number, top assisted speed, and motor wattage in at least 9-point type font.

  • Prohibits operation of electric-assisted bicycles by persons under age 15 and requires Class 3 electric-assisted bicycles to be equipped with speedometers displaying speed in miles per hour.

Legislative Description

Electric-assisted bicycles classification and regulation modification

Last Action

Referred to Transportation Finance and Policy

4/23/2020

Committee Referrals

Transportation Finance and Policy4/23/2020

Full Bill Text

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