A 495 New Jersey General Assembly · 2026-2027 Regular Session

Prohibits sale of certain lithium-ion devices; establishes restrictions on sale, lease, or rental of certain bicycles and scooters; creates fire risk awareness campaigns.

This bill prohibits the sale or assembly of lithium-ion batteries made from used storage cells for electric bicycles and scooters, and requires new devices to have safety certification (like UL 2849/2272) with visible labels. It directly affects manufacturers, retailers, and businesses selling or leasing low-speed electric bikes/scooters, with penalties up to $1,000 for violations after a warning. Commercial operators must provide fire safety materials to employees using these devices, covering operation and storage. The law aims to reduce fire risks by setting safety standards for these products.
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Jan 2026
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Introduced Jan 13, 2026 Last action Jan 13, 2026
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Jan 13, 2026
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Introduced, Referred to Assembly Consumer Affairs Committee
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