Bill > S09224

This bill, titled "Elijah's Law," makes several changes to driver's license requirements in New York. It increases the driver safety training course requirements for applicants seeking a Class D (standard driver's license), Class M (motorcycle license), and Class MJ (junior motorcycle license). Specifically, it requires Class M applicants to have at least 10 hours of supervised motorcycle experience and complete a defensive driving or motorcycle safety course. For Class MJ applicants, it requires 15 hours of supervised motorcycle experience and completion of a defensive driving or motorcycle safety course. Additionally, the bill directs the Commissioner of the Department of Motor Vehicles to conduct a study analyzing the operation and safety of standard motorcycles, mopeds, electric bicycles, and electric and non-electric scooters. The study will examine the prevalence of ownership and use of these vehicles, as well as incidents and trends of traffic violations and crashes involving them. The Commissioner is required to provide recommendations, which may include increased safety education requirements, age restrictions, and safety gear requirements for these vehicle types.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2023/S9224