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Introduced
01/18/2021
01/18/2021
In Committee
02/17/2021
02/17/2021
Crossed Over
02/03/2021
02/03/2021
Passed
03/12/2021
03/12/2021
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
03/17/2021
03/17/2021
Introduced Session
2021 Regular Session
Bill Summary
An Act To Create New Section 63-3-1315, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Provide For The Regulation Of Electric Bicycles; To Amend Sections 17-17-403, 21-37-3, 27-19-3, 27-51-5, 63-3-103, 63-15-3, 63-17-55, 63-17-155, 63-19-3, 63-21-5 And 63-31-3, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Conform; And For Related Purposes.
AI Summary
This bill regulates electric bicycles in Mississippi. It defines three classes of electric bicycles based on their speed and motor assistance capabilities, and grants electric bicycles the same rights and duties as regular bicycles, except that local authorities can prohibit the operation of certain classes of electric bicycles on bicycle or multi-use paths for safety reasons. The bill also exempts electric bicycles from various motor vehicle requirements, such as driver's licenses, registration, and license plates. Additionally, it requires manufacturers and distributors to label electric bicycles with specific information, and prohibits tampering with an electric bicycle's speed or motor capabilities.
Committee Categories
Justice, Transportation and Infrastructure
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Approved by Governor (on 03/17/2021)
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