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NY A02363
Bill
Status
1/16/2025
Primary Sponsor
Simcha Eichenstein
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AI Summary
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Creates two new driver's license classes for low velocity electric vehicles (e-scooters, e-bikes, electric unicycles, hoverboards): Class S for adults 18+ and Class SJ for ages 16-17, with SJ automatically converting to Class S at age 18
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Requires all operators to pass a written safety test and obtain a license; operating without a license carries fines up to $1,000 and potential vehicle confiscation
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Mandates liability insurance for low velocity electric vehicles operated in cities with populations over one million (New York City), with fines up to $1,000 for non-compliance
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Requires registration and license plates for all low velocity electric vehicles, with plates indicating whether the vehicle is for personal or commercial use
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Prohibits sidewalk operation except at speeds under 5 mph when necessary to access roadways, with violations subject to fines up to $300
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Adds mandatory "Low Velocity Electric Vehicle Safety" awareness training to the standard driver's pre-licensing course curriculum
Legislative Description
Establishes new classes of vehicle driver's licenses for low velocity electric vehicles; establishes a low velocity electric vehicle operator's safety manual, test requirement, purchase requirements and registration requirement; relates to requiring instruction in low velocity electric vehicles safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course; requires liability insurance for low velocity electric vehicles in cities having a population of one million or more.
Last Action
referred to transportation
1/7/2026