Bill > A00350

This bill requires bicycles with electric assist and electric scooters to be registered with the Department of Motor Vehicles, undergo annual inspections, and carry liability insurance. Specifically, owners must obtain a distinctive number plate from the commissioner for their electric bicycle or scooter, which must be conspicuously displayed on the rear of the vehicle. The annual inspection will include checking the vehicle and its battery, with separate inspection certificates issued for each component. The bill mandates that these vehicles must have insurance coverage for potential damages or injuries resulting from their operation, with the specific insurance requirements to be determined by the superintendent of financial services. Owners must be able to produce proof of insurance upon request by law enforcement or individuals who have suffered injury or property damage. Failure to have proper registration, inspection, or insurance will result in fines determined by the commissioner, and owners are prohibited from operating these vehicles on public lands without meeting these requirements. The bill aims to increase accountability and safety for electric-assisted bicycles and scooters by implementing a formal registration and insurance system.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A350