Bill > A07943

This bill amends the Vehicle and Traffic Law to establish a mandatory two-hour training course for operators of bicycles with electric assist and electric scooters, covering traffic laws and safe operation. The bill also directs the Commissioner of Motor Vehicles to establish an optional bicycle training course covering topics such as traffic laws, hazard identification, and safety. The mandatory training course for electric bicycles and scooters must be completed before purchase, and existing owners must complete the course within one year of the law taking effect. The bill aims to improve safety and familiarity with the rules of the road for these increasingly popular modes of transportation.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2023/A7943