An Act relative to class 3 electric bicycles
This bill defines "Class 3 electric bicycles" as those with pedal-assist only and a 28 mph speed limit, while updating the overall definition of "electric bicycle" to include all classes. It changes trail regulations to allow municipalities to create local rules (including speed limits) for e-bike use on natural-surface trails after public notice and hearings, replacing a previous automatic ban. The bill directly affects e-bike riders (especially Class 3 users), local governments managing trails, and trail users by shifting regulation authority to municipalities. These changes clarify e-bike classifications and give communities flexibility to manage trail access.
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1 primary · 2 co-sponsors
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Sal DiDomenico
DDemocratic
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Bruce Tarr
RRepublican
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Steve Owens
DDemocratic
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