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NY S09361

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

3/5/2026

Primary Sponsor

Jeremy Zellner

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Origin

Senate

2025-2026 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Expands helmet requirements for electric-assist bicycles to all classes of e-bikes, removing the previous limitation to class three only
  • Removes the age restriction for electric scooter helmet requirements, mandating helmets for all operators rather than just those 16-17 years old
  • Creates a new legal definition for "motor-driven cycles" as vehicles with 2-3 wheels, a seat, and a maximum speed of 30 mph with engine displacement not exceeding 50 cubic centimeters
  • Requires all motor-driven cycle operators to wear helmets meeting commissioner-established standards
  • Takes effect 90 days after becoming law

Legislative Description

Requires operators of bicycles with electric assist, electric scooters, and motor-driven cycles to wear protective head gear regardless of age.

Last Action

REFERRED TO TRANSPORTATION

3/5/2026

Committee Referrals

Transportation3/5/2026

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