An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in general provisions, further providing for definitions; in miscellaneous provisions, providing for the offense of careless operation of electric scooters; and, in powers of department and local authorities, further providing for specific powers of department and local authorities.

HB 2040 amends Pennsylvania's Vehicle Code to address electric scooters. It adds specific definitions for e-scooters, creates a new offense for careless operation (like reckless riding), and clarifies the powers of transportation departments and local authorities to regulate them. The bill directly affects e-scooter riders and local governments managing sidewalk or road use. Key provisions include defining "careless operation" as a violation and giving authorities clear authority to enforce rules for e-scooter safety.