Bill > S07576

This bill establishes new safety requirements for the sale, lease, and rental of powered bicycles, powered mobility devices, and their storage batteries in New York State. Specifically, the bill mandates that all such devices must be certified by an accredited testing laboratory (such as Underwriters Laboratories or UL) to meet specific safety standards, and the certification or testing laboratory's logo must be displayed either on the packaging, documentation, device, or battery at the time of sale. The bill defines powered bicycles as electric-assist bicycles, and powered mobility devices as electric scooters or other personal mobility devices powered by lithium-ion batteries, excluding wheelchairs and vehicles that can be registered with the DMV. The legislation introduces a graduated penalty system, with no penalty for a first violation but potential fines up to $1,000 for subsequent violations within two years. Each stock keeping unit that fails to comply is considered a separate violation. The bill will take effect 180 days after becoming law, giving businesses time to adapt to the new safety certification requirements.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S7576