Bill > S2244

This bill seeks to establish regulations for the use of electric foot scooters in Massachusetts. The key provisions are: 1. It defines "electric foot scooter" as a device weighing less than 100 pounds with two or three wheels, handlebars, and a floorboard that can be stood upon, powered by an electric motor and/or human power, and with a maximum speed of 20 miles per hour. 2. It clarifies that electric foot scooters are not considered "motorized scooters" or "motor vehicles" under existing laws, and can be operated where bicycles are permitted. 3. It sets requirements for the operation of electric foot scooters, including speed limits, yielding to pedestrians, and use of safety equipment like brakes and lights. 4. It requires shared mobility service providers (companies that offer electric foot scooters for public use) to maintain certain levels of commercial liability insurance and offer or make available insurance coverage for pedestrian injuries. 5. It directs the state Department of Transportation to issue recommendations on best practices for the safe operation of electric foot scooters, including vehicle specifications, age restrictions, and enforcement measures.