Requires operators of bicycles with electric assist, electric scooters, and motor-driven cycles to wear protective head gear
This bill requires all operators of electric bicycles, electric scooters, and motor-driven cycles to wear protective helmets regardless of their age. The law mandates that helmets meet standards set by the commissioner and must be properly fitted and secured with straps. It applies to anyone riding these vehicles, removing previous age restrictions that allowed some riders to go without helmets. The bill also clarifies the definition of motor-driven cycles and establishes new sections in the vehicle and traffic law to enforce these safety requirements.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Mar 2026
Committee Review
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Governor
Introduced Mar 5, 2026
Last action Jun 5, 2026
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Jun 5, 2026
Committee
COMMITTED TO RULES
upper
Mar 5, 2026
Committee
REFERRED TO TRANSPORTATION
upper
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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Legislator
Party
State
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Jeremy Zellner
DDemocratic
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