Establishing WV Behavior-Based E-Bike and Multi-Use Trail Mobility Act
This bill establishes a behavior-based regulatory system for e-bikes and other trail devices across West Virginia. It creates three operational classes: Class A (traditional pedal bikes), Class B (limited motor-assist bikes), and Class C (motor-propelled devices like throttled e-bikes), classifying devices based on how they're used rather than technical specs. The law requires all users to yield to equestrians and pedestrians, sets default speed limits (12-15 mph on natural trails, 20 mph on paved paths), and prohibits exceeding posted speeds. It applies to all public trails statewide, directly affecting cyclists, e-bike riders, pedestrians, equestrians, and trail managers.
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Introduced Jan 19, 2026
Last action Jan 19, 2026
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Jack Woodrum
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