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NY S08573
Bill
Status
11/7/2025
Primary Sponsor
Patricia Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick
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AI Summary
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Defines "electric skateboard" as a device under 100 pounds with a floorboard no more than 60 inches long and 18 inches wide, electric motor, and maximum speed of 25 mph
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Requires registration of all electric personal mobility devices (e-bikes, electric scooters, electric skateboards) capable of reaching 20 mph or more, with manufacturers required to affix unique identifiers on new devices
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Prohibits persons under age 16 from operating electric personal mobility devices and requires all operators and passengers to wear protective headgear meeting federal safety standards
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Establishes penalties for violations including fines of $50 to $375 and device confiscation for 30 days, with potential license suspension for failure to obtain proper registration
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Expands Class 3 electric assist bicycles (25 mph capable) to be legal statewide, removing the restriction limiting them to cities with populations of one million or more
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Mandates annual reporting to the governor and legislature beginning January 1, 2027 on registrations, violations, citations, and revenues collected
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