Bill > S02599

This bill requires bicycles with electric assist and electric scooters located in cities with a population of one million or more to be registered with the Department of Motor Vehicles and display a unique license plate. Specifically, the bill mandates that these vehicles must be assigned a distinctive number by the commissioner and have a corresponding number plate, which must be conspicuously displayed on the rear of the vehicle and securely fastened. The bill applies to two types of vehicles: bicycles with electric assist (as defined in section 102-c of the vehicle and traffic law) and electric scooters (as defined in section 114-e of the same law). The registration process includes obtaining a number plate with a specific design determined by the commissioner, ensuring a marked contrast between the plate's color and its numerals or letters. The bill also allows the commissioner to set registration fees and determine fines for violations of the registration requirements. Notably, the law is named "Priscilla's law" and will take effect immediately upon passage.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S2599