NY A09114

Requires all bicycles with electric assist to be registered with the department of motor vehicles and issued a distinctive number plate that must be conspicuously displayed on the rear of the bicycle.

Mandates annual inspection of electric assist bicycles, including inspection of the battery, with the commissioner prescribing standards and issuing separate inspection certificates for the bicycle and battery.

Requires owners of electric assist bicycles to carry liability insurance covering bodily injury, death, and property damage, with proof of insurance to be displayed upon request.

Establishes identical registration, inspection, and liability insurance requirements for electric scooters as for electric assist bicycles.

Authorizes the commissioner to determine registration plate fees and violation fines, and the superintendent of financial services to establish insurance policy requirements and coverage amounts.