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MT SB387

Bill

Status

Failed

5/23/2025

Primary Sponsor

Greg Hertz

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Origin

Senate

2025 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Revises the definition of "bicycle" to specifically require operable pedals, a seat or saddle, and no more than three wheels in contact with the ground
  • Creates three distinct classes of electrically assisted bicycles based on motor assistance type and maximum speed: Class 1 (pedal-assist up to 20 mph), Class 2 (throttle-capable up to 20 mph), and Class 3 (pedal-assist up to 28 mph)
  • Limits electric motors on all electrically assisted bicycles to 750 watts or less
  • Explicitly excludes electrically assisted bicycles from the definitions of "motor vehicle," "motorcycle," and "motor-driven cycle" in Montana's vehicle code
  • Amends Sections 61-1-101 and 61-8-102 of the Montana Code Annotated to incorporate these updated definitions

Legislative Description

Generally revise electric bicycle laws

Transportation

Last Action

(S) Died in Process

5/23/2025

Committee Referrals

Highways and Transportation2/21/2025

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