Bill A 1254, the "E-BIKES Act," requires businesses using electric assist bicycles to mandate that employees and independent contractors who ride them complete an annual online safety video. The video, created by the state department, covers safe operation in traffic, pedestrian interactions, battery safety, and bike storage. Businesses must ensure all affected workers watch the video within the previous year, with non-compliance risking $1,000 civil penalties per violation. The law takes effect 18 months after enactment, with the video to be updated annually to reflect current safety practices.
Establishes in the city of New York a bicycle lane safety program to enforce certain restrictions on the use of bicycle lanes and/or protected bicycle lanes by means of bicycle lane photo devices.
Requires anyone under age sixteen who is riding upon, propelling or otherwise operating an electric scooter, electric personal assistive mobility device, or bicycle with electric assist or is a passenger on such electric scooter, electric personal assistive mobility device, or bicycle with electric assist to wear approved protective headwear.
This bill requires liability insurance for bicycles, e-bikes, and e-scooters operated on public streets in New York City (population over 1 million), excluding private property. It mandates that owners carry insurance meeting specific standards set by the Superintendent of Financial Services, covering personal injury or property damage from accidents. Riders must display proof of insurance upon request by authorities or individuals harmed by an accident. The requirement applies to all public use in NYC, with limited self-insurance options for government agencies or corporations that can prove financial responsibility. This directly affects NYC residents, commuters, and delivery workers using these vehicles on public roads.
Relates to special provisions for the operation of bicycles when approaching stop signs and traffic-control signals including steady circular red signals and red arrow signals.
Increases the penalties for leaving the scene of an accident involving an electric scooter without reporting in the second degree and leaving the scene of an accident involving an electric scooter without reporting in the first degree; provides increased penalties for leaving the scene of an accident involving a wheeled non-motorized means of conveyance without reporting in the first and second degrees when the vehicle involved is a bicycle with an electric assist system.
Prohibits the operation of a bicycle while under the influence of alcohol or drugs; applies upon public highways, private roads open to motor vehicle traffic, any other parking lot, and sidewalks.
This bill requires all 16- and 17-year-olds to wear a properly fitted, certified helmet when riding class 1 or class 2 electric assist bicycles (e-bikes). It directly affects teenagers using these specific e-bike types, mandating helmet use to improve safety. Violations carry a $50 civil fine, but courts may waive the fine if the rider provides proof of purchasing or renting a helmet, or demonstrates economic hardship preventing helmet access. The law takes effect April 1, 2025, after implementation of necessary rules.
This bill requires all operators of e-bikes, electric scooters, and motor-driven cycles to wear helmets meeting commissioner standards, regardless of age. It amends vehicle laws to mandate helmets for these vehicles during operation, specifying helmets must fit securely with straps fastened. The law applies universally - no age exemptions exist - and defines "wearing a helmet" as having a properly secured helmet. It covers all users of these devices, including adults and minors, without exceptions.
Requires the office of parks, recreation and historic preservation to establish design standards for greenway trails and to manage applications for greenway trails.
