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NY A08838
Bill
Status
Introduced
1/18/2024
Primary Sponsor
Chantel Jackson
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AI Summary
- Requires registration and license plates for bicycles with electric assist and electric scooters that have motors not ceasing assistance at 40 mph, with plates displayed on the rear and identifying whether the vehicle is personal or commercial
- Establishes a nominal fee for license plates determined by the commissioner, with plates containing distinguishing numbers and marked color contrast between plate and numerals
- Prohibits the sale of electric-assist bicycles and electric scooters to persons under 18 years of age, requiring sellers to verify age with valid government-issued identification and submit proof to the commissioner
- Raises the minimum age requirement to operate electric-assist bicycles and electric scooters from 16 to 18 years of age
- Takes effect January 1 following enactment, with immediate authorization for regulatory implementation by the commissioner
Legislative Description
Requires license plates for certain bicycles with electric assist and electric scooters; requires a person be eighteen years of age to operate or purchase bicycles with electric assist and electric scooters.
Last Action
referred to transportation
1/18/2024
Committee Referrals
Transportation1/18/2024
Full Bill Text
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