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NJ S4834

Bill

Status

Passed

1/19/2026

Primary Sponsor

Nicholas Scutari

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Origin

Senate

2024-2025 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Establishes a new category of "electric motorized bicycle" defined as a two-wheeled vehicle with fully operable pedals and an electric motor greater than 750 watts capable of speeds exceeding 28 mph, which will be regulated as a motorcycle requiring registration and licensure

  • Redefines "low-speed electric bicycle" as a two-wheeled vehicle (removing three-wheeled option) with pedals and an electric motor that provides assistance only when pedaling and ceases assistance at 20 mph

  • Expands the "motorized bicycle" definition to include four types of electric-assist bicycles with varying motor configurations, speed limits ranging from 15-28 mph, and different throttle or pedal-assist capabilities

  • Removes the previous class 1 and class 2 electric bicycle classifications from the statutory definitions

  • Updates pedicab motor requirements to specify motors under 750 watts with either pedal-assist up to 20 mph or throttle-powered propulsion not exceeding 20 mph

Legislative Description

Regulates certain electric bicycles.

Bills and Joint Resolutions Signed by the Governor

Last Action

Approved P.L.2025, c.285.

1/19/2026

Committee Referrals

Budget and Appropriations12/4/2025
Transportation11/6/2025

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