Bicycle Lane Safety Amendments
What changed between versions
Added new definitions for electric assisted bicycles (Classes 1, 2, and 3), motor assisted scooters, and other mobility devices to clarify which vehicles are considered bicycles under the law.
Updated the bicycle lane definition to explicitly include electric assisted bicycles and motor assisted scooters, ensuring these vehicles have the same lane protections as traditional bicycles.
Added specific conditions under which motor vehicles may enter bicycle lanes, including for turning, emergency response, and municipal services, with a requirement to yield to bicycle traffic.
Established new requirements for highway authorities when obstructing bicycle lanes for maintenance, requiring them to use alternative spaces, minimize obstruction, and provide alternate routes for cyclists.
Clarified that driving in a bicycle lane is prohibited except for specific exceptions, making it easier to enforce bicycle lane safety rules.