Transportation (Bicycle Infrastructure)

in committee · New York · Senate Mar 10, 2026

S 9402: Establishes bicycle with electric assist safety courses and requiring purchasers of bicycles with electric assist to provide a bicycle with electric assist safety certificate

Establishes bicycle with electric assist safety courses; requires purchasers of bicycles with electric assist to provide a bicycle with electric assist safety certificate at the time of purchase; requires operators of bicycles with electric assist to carry identification when operating such bicycles.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill enhances transportation safety by requiring safety courses and certificates for e-bicycle operators, promoting safer road usage and public awareness.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Bicycle Infrastructure

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failed · New York · Assembly May 20, 2026

A 10156: Establishes bicycle with electric assist safety courses and requiring purchasers of bicycles with electric assist to provide a bicycle with electric assist safety certificate

Establishes bicycle with electric assist safety courses; requires purchasers of bicycles with electric assist to provide a bicycle with electric assist safety certificate at the time of purchase; requires operators of bicycles with electric assist to carry identification when operating such bicycles.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationRequires safety courses/certificates for e-bikes, enhancing transportation safety standards for emerging vehicle regulations within the transportation topic.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Bicycle Infrastructure

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in committee · New York · Assembly Feb 2, 2026

A 10118: Relates to food delivery worker safety

Enacts the "food delivery worker safety and fair algorithms act" to prohibit food delivery platforms from utilizing or deploying any algorithmic management system that requires or incentivizes delivery workers to complete deliveries within a fixed or rigid time window that cannot reasonably be met while complying with all applicable traffic laws and safety regulations; penalizes, deactivates, suspends, deprioritizes, or otherwise limits a delivery worker's access to work opportunities for failure to meet delivery time estimates that do not account for traffic patterns, traffic congestion, weather conditions, restaurant delays, or lawful compliance with traffic signals, signage, and rules of the road; directly or indirectly incentivizes speeding, unsafe operation of a vehicle or bicycle, or disregard of traffic control devices, signage, or pedestrian right-of-way; and reduces pay, tips, bonuses, or access to incentives based on a delivery worker's refusal or inability to engage in unsafe or unlawful conduct.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentProhibits algorithms forcing unsafe delivery timelines, directly protecting workers' safety rights per bill's explicit language on traffic law compliance and penalty prevention.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill prevents algorithms requiring delivery workers to violate traffic laws, enhancing road safety compliance which aligns with transportation safety indicators.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Bicycle Infrastructure Pedestrian Safety Roads & Highways

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in committee · New York · Senate Feb 25, 2026

S 9054: Requires electric scooter service platforms to maintain insurance coverage

This bill requires electric scooter companies operating in New York State (via apps) to maintain $25,000 in liability insurance per accident covering injuries or property damage during any ride. It applies specifically to platforms owning or controlling more than two scooters, mandating coverage from the moment a user unlocks a scooter through their app until the ride ends. Companies must provide proof of insurance to law enforcement upon request or to anyone injured by a scooter within 24 hours. The law ensures victims have a clear insurance source for claims related to app-based scooter operations, with the coverage being primary over other insurance.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationRegulates electric scooter platforms, promoting sustainable transportation infrastructure under vehicle regulations as part of transportation policy.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Bicycle Infrastructure Electric Vehicles Pedestrian Safety

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in committee · New York · Senate Mar 24, 2025

S 6270: Requires third-party food delivery services to factor compliance with certain vehicle and traffic laws when assigning workers to delivery routes

Requires third-party food delivery services to factor compliance with certain vehicle and traffic laws when assigning workers to delivery routes when such delivery may involve the operation of a bicycle with or without electric assist.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationRequires delivery services to comply with traffic laws for bike routes, enhancing transportation safety standards per bill's focus on vehicle/traffic law compliance.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Bicycle Infrastructure

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in committee · New York · Senate May 27, 2025

S 2386: Requires bicycles with electric assist and electric scooters be registered, inspected and insured

Requires bicycles with electric assist and electric scooters be registered with the department of motor vehicles, inspected and have liability insurance; and have a license plate affixed to such bicycle with electric assist or electric scooter.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationRequires registration/insurance for e-bikes/scooters, enhancing road safety standards for new vehicle types under transportation regulations.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Bicycle Infrastructure Electric Vehicles Vehicle Registration

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 9193: Relates to penalties for failure of an operator to return shared electric scooters and bicycles to a proper location

Requires entities which operate a system of shared electric bicycles or scooters to impose penalties for failure of an operator or borrower to return a shared electric scooter or bicycle to a proper location.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill mandates penalties for improper e-scooter/bike parking, promoting orderly public space use and supporting sustainable transportation infrastructure management.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Bicycle Infrastructure

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 4971: Establishes safety requirements for commercial bicycle operators and businesses

Establishes safety requirements for operators who use bicycles with electric assist for commercial purposes and the businesses that employ such operators.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill mandates safety requirements for commercial bike operators, directly improving workplace safety standards for this worker group.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill establishes safety requirements for commercial e-bike operators, enhancing transportation safety standards under vehicle regulations.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Bicycle Infrastructure

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 6544: Requires third-party food delivery services to factor compliance with certain vehicle and traffic laws when assigning workers to delivery routes

Requires third-party food delivery services to factor compliance with certain vehicle and traffic laws when assigning workers to delivery routes when such delivery may involve the operation of a bicycle with or without electric assist.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill mandates delivery services to comply with traffic laws for bike routes, enhancing road safety and vehicle regulation compliance.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Bicycle Infrastructure

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 1254: Requires businesses that use bicycles with electric assist to require certain employees to watch an online safety course video

Bill A 1254, the "E-BIKES Act," requires businesses using electric assist bicycles to mandate that employees and independent contractors who ride them complete an annual online safety video. The video, created by the state department, covers safe operation in traffic, pedestrian interactions, battery safety, and bike storage. Businesses must ensure all affected workers watch the video within the previous year, with non-compliance risking $1,000 civil penalties per violation. The law takes effect 18 months after enactment, with the video to be updated annually to reflect current safety practices.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentMandates annual safety training for e-bike workers, directly improving workplace safety standards under Labor & Employment policies.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationMandates safety training for e-bike operators to improve road safety and pedestrian interactions, enhancing transportation safety standards.92% confidence

Sub-Topics Bicycle Infrastructure Pedestrian Safety

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