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NY A00157
Bill
Status
1/8/2025
Primary Sponsor
Samuel Pirozzolo
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AI Summary
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Defines "electric skateboard" as a device under 100 pounds with a floorboard up to 60 inches long and 18 inches wide, electric motor, maximum speed of 25 mph, designed for one person
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Creates new category of "electric personal mobility device" encompassing e-bikes, electric scooters, and electric skateboards, and requires mandatory registration with the DMV for devices capable of 20+ mph
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Prohibits operators under age 16 from operating electric personal mobility devices and requires all operators and passengers to wear protective headgear meeting CPSC or ASTM standards
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Establishes penalties of $50-$375 fines and 30-day device confiscation for registration violations, with potential license suspension for continued non-compliance
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Expands Class 3 e-bike authorization statewide (previously limited to cities of 1 million+ population) and requires annual reporting to the legislature on registrations, violations, and safety recommendations beginning January 1, 2027
Legislative Description
Enacts the "responsible implementation of e-bike regulations for safe cycling (RIDERS) act; defines "electric skateboard" and "electric personal mobility device"; requires the registration of all electric personal mobility devices, including, but not limited to, bicycles with electric assist, electric scooters and electric skateboards; makes related provisions.
Last Action
referred to transportation
1/7/2026