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NY S06786

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/22/2016

Primary Sponsor

Thomas O'Mara

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Origin

Senate

2015-2016 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Adds new definition of "electric assisted bicycle" to Vehicle and Traffic Law as a bicycle with fully operable pedals and an electric motor of less than 750 watts.

  • Defines "class one electric assisted bicycle" or "low-speed pedal-assisted electric bicycle" as one where motor assistance only engages when rider is pedaling and ceases at 20 miles per hour.

  • Excludes electric assisted bicycles from the definition of "limited use motorcycle" in Vehicle and Traffic Law Section 121-b.

  • Amends Vehicle and Traffic Law Section 125 regarding motor vehicles to clarify treatment of electric assisted bicycles.

Legislative Description

Relates to the definition of electric assisted bicycle.

Last Action

COMMITTED TO RULES

6/17/2016

Committee Referrals

Rules6/17/2016
Transportation2/22/2016

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