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NJ S4763
NJ S4763Requires low-speed electric bicycles and low-speed electric scooters to be insured and registered with MVC; requires MVC to develop a safety training module for registration.
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Introduced
10/27/2025
10/27/2025
In Committee
10/27/2025
10/27/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/12/2026
01/12/2026
Introduced Session
2024-2025 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This bill requires low-speed electric bicycles and low-speed electric scooters to be registered with the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission (MVC) and to be insured. The bill requires the Chief Administrator of the MVC to develop a safety training module for registration applicants. The module would be accessible from the MVC's Internet website and, upon request, in written form. The bill authorizes the MVC to grant a registration certificate to the owner of a low-speed electric bicycle or low-speed electric scooter, provided that the application for registration has been properly submitted, the registration fee has been paid, the safety training module has been completed by first-time applicants with an attestation that all prospective operators of the device will also complete the safety training module, and the low-speed electric bicycle or low-speed electric scooter is of a type approved by the MVC. A registration certificate would include a label to affix to the low-speed electric bicycle or low-speed electric scooter as proof of registration. The bill provides that the initial registration certification is valid for one year and may be renewed annually. Under the bill, both the fee for initial registration and renewal are eight dollars. The bill prohibits the operation of a low-speed electric bicycle or low-speed electric scooter unless the low-speed electric bicycle or low-speed electric scooter is registered by its owner. The bill requires the owner or registered owner of a low-speed electric bicycle or low-speed electric scooter registered or principally garaged in this State to maintain liability insurance coverage, personal injury protection coverage for pedestrians, and uninsured motorist coverage.
AI Summary
This bill requires low-speed electric bicycles and low-speed electric scooters to be registered with the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission (MVC) and mandates that owners maintain specific insurance coverage. The bill introduces a new registration process where owners must complete a safety training module, pay an $8 registration fee, and affix a registration label to their device. First-time applicants must complete an online or written safety training module and attest that all potential operators will also complete the training. The registration certificate will be valid for one year and can be renewed annually. Owners must maintain liability insurance, personal injury protection for pedestrians, and uninsured motorist coverage. The bill prohibits operating an unregistered low-speed electric bicycle or electric scooter and allows the MVC to develop and implement the registration system. The registration and insurance requirements aim to enhance safety and accountability for operators of these low-speed electric vehicles. The new regulations will take effect seven months after the bill's enactment, with the MVC allowed to prepare administrative actions in advance.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (4)
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Law and Public Safety Committee (on 10/27/2025)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
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| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2024/S4763 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2024/S5000/4763_I1.HTM |
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