Bill > SF375

This bill modifies the definitions of "low-speed electric bicycle" and "pedestrian conveyance" in Iowa state law, specifically addressing the maximum power output of electric motors. The bill changes the language from describing electric motors as having "less than" 750 watts to "not more than" 750 watts, which is a subtle but potentially significant linguistic adjustment. For low-speed electric bicycles, the bill also makes minor grammatical changes, such as replacing "having" with "equipped with" and adding a comma. For pedestrian conveyances, the bill expands the definition to include devices with electric motors producing not more than 750 watts, while explicitly excluding bicycles. Importantly, the bill stipulates that if an electric motor on a low-speed electric bicycle or pedestrian conveyance produces more than 750 watts, the vehicle will be subject to the same regulations as motor vehicles, motorcycles, and other motorized vehicles under Iowa Code chapter 321. This change could have implications for how certain personal transportation devices are classified and regulated, potentially affecting their legal use on roads and paths.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://www.legis.iowa.gov/legislation/BillBook?ga=91&ba=SF375