Bill > A05446

This bill relates to the registration and operation of high-speed electric personal assistive mobility devices (HSEPAMDs), establishing a comprehensive regulatory framework for these devices in New York State. The bill defines HSEPAMDs as self-balancing, one-wheeled or two-wheeled electric devices capable of exceeding 20 miles per hour, and introduces several key provisions. These include mandatory registration with a $17.50 annual fee, a requirement for operators to be at least 18 years old, and the creation of a new class E1 driver's license specifically for operating these devices. The bill also establishes safety standards, such as requiring a bell or audible signal device, pedestrian safety considerations, and specific operational rules like prohibiting riding on highways with speed limits over 40 miles per hour. Additionally, the legislation creates a High-Speed Electric Personal Assistive Mobility Device Safety Fund to support rider training and safety education programs, and mandates that driver education courses include instruction on HSEPAMD safety awareness. The bill aims to regulate these emerging mobility devices comprehensively, balancing innovation with public safety concerns by establishing clear guidelines for their design, operation, and registration.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A5446