An Act to Enhance the Safe Use of Micromobility Devices would impose the strongest restrictions on micromobility devices capable of speeds of 41 miles per hour or more.
Last week, Massachusetts governor Maura Healey proposed a bill that would require an annual registration, liability insurance, and an official license plate for high-speed motorized bicycles, scooters and mopeds.
GovTech reports: "The bill, called An Act to Enhance the Safe Use of Micromobility Devices (S. 3077), was filed by Healey on May 4 and also sets a new regulatory framework for lower speed e-bikes, requiring those riders to follow bike lane and other restrictions and making helmets mandatory for riders 16 and under."
The bill seeks to define and tier micromobility vehicles by speed capability. Tier 3 devices, those capable of speeds of 41 miles per hour or more, would be required to obtain the license, registration and insurance. They would also be banned from bike lanes and walking and biking paths. The bill also proposes restrictions for Tier 2 and 1 devices.
If passed, the proposed law would take effect in January, 2028.
Read the full story: Massachusetts Lawmakers Look to Put Brakes on E-Bikes
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