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NH HB1533

Bill

Status

Introduced

12/10/2025

Primary Sponsor

Cyril Aures

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Prohibits all electric bicycles and alternative electric micromobility devices (e-scooters, e-unicycles, e-skateboards) from operating on sidewalks, and bans class 3 devices (capable of 28 mph) from bicycle and multi-use paths

  • Requires annual $50 registration with the Division of Motor Vehicles for all class 3 electric bicycles and class 3 alternative electric micromobility devices, with fees directed to bicycle route creation and maintenance

  • Establishes a learner's permit requirement for operators ages 16-17 to operate class 3 devices, including a written examination administered by the Department of Safety

  • Mandates speedometers and headlights (visible at 300 feet) on all class 3 devices, and imposes 15-30 day impoundment penalties for violations

  • Classifies non-compliant class 3 electric bicycles and micromobility devices as off-highway recreational vehicles (OHRVs), subjecting them to RSA 215-A regulations

Legislative Description

Relative to the use of electric bicycles and alternative electric micromobility devices.

Last Action

Refer for Interim Study: Motion Adopted Voice Vote 02/19/2026 House Journal 5

2/19/2026

Committee Referrals

Transportation12/10/2025

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