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NY A06403
Bill
Status
3/4/2025
Primary Sponsor
Chantel Jackson
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AI Summary
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Requires registration and license plates for electric-assist bicycles and electric scooters with motors that continue providing assistance at speeds of 40 mph or higher, with plates issued by the DMV commissioner for a nominal fee
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Raises the minimum age to operate electric-assist bicycles and electric scooters from 16 to 18 years old
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Prohibits the sale of electric-assist bicycles and electric scooters to anyone under 18 years of age
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Mandates sellers verify purchaser age using valid government-issued ID (driver's license, passport, or military ID) and submit proof of age verification to the commissioner
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License plates must be displayed on the rear of the vehicle, indicate whether the device is for personal or commercial use, and may only display plates from one state at a time
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
1/7/2026