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NY A00350
Bill
Status
1/8/2025
Primary Sponsor
Jenifer Rajkumar
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AI Summary
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Requires all electric-assist bicycles and electric scooters to be registered with the Department of Motor Vehicles and display number plates conspicuously on the rear of the vehicle
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Mandates annual inspections for both vehicle types, with specific requirements to inspect the battery and issue separate inspection certificates for the vehicle and battery components
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Requires owners to maintain liability insurance covering bodily injury, death, and property damage arising from ownership or operation of these vehicles
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Owners and operators must produce proof of insurance upon request by enforcement authorities or any person claiming injury or property damage, with a 24-hour grace period to provide documentation
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The DMV Commissioner will determine registration fees and violation fines, while the Superintendent of Financial Services will establish insurance policy language, form, and coverage amounts
Legislative Description
Requires bicycles with electric assist and electric scooters be registered with the department of motor vehicles, inspected and have liability insurance; and have a license plate affixed to such bicycle with electric assist or electric scooter.
Last Action
referred to transportation
1/7/2026