Relates to the registration of bicycles with electric assist used for commercial purposes
This bill requires businesses using bicycles with electric assist for commercial deliveries (like food or package delivery) to register each vehicle and display a distinctive number plate. It directly affects delivery companies, independent contractors, and third-party platforms (e.g., food delivery apps) that employ riders using e-bikes for paid commercial work. Employers become liable for fines if their riders violate the registration or display rules, facing penalties of $100-$250 per violation. The law also sets fees for registration plates and establishes civil penalties for repeated business noncompliance, separate from criminal penalties for individual violations.
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1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2025
Committee Review
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Governor
Introduced Jan 8, 2025
Last action Jan 8, 2025
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Jan 8, 2025
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upper
1 primary · 2 co-sponsors
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Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Brad Hoylman-Sigal
DDemocratic/Working Families
Co
Brian Kavanagh
DDemocratic
Co
Liz Krueger
DDemocratic/Working Families
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