Requires all operators of low-speed electric bicycles to wear helmets.
This bill mandates that anyone operating a low-speed electric bicycle in New Jersey must wear a protective helmet approved by the state's Motor Vehicle Commission. The law applies to all riders of these vehicles and requires immediate compliance without a waiting period. It does not change existing rules regarding vehicle registration or licensing, but it adds a new safety requirement for helmet use.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jun 2026
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Governor
Introduced Jun 26, 2026
Last action Jun 26, 2026
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Jun 26, 2026
Introduced
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Transportation Committee
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1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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Bob Singer
RRepublican
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