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Introduced
12/05/2025
12/05/2025
In Committee
12/16/2025
12/16/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
An act relating to electric personal assistive mobility device regulations; amending s. 316.2068, F.S.; increasing the minimum age requirements relating to the use of helmets for electric personal assistive mobility devices; providing an effective date.
AI Summary
This bill amends Florida's existing law regarding electric personal assistive mobility devices (EPAMDs) by increasing the minimum age at which helmet requirements apply from 16 to 18 years old. Specifically, the legislation mandates that any person under 18 years of age who operates, rides, or is propelled on an EPAMD must wear a properly fitted bicycle helmet that meets recognized safety standards, including those set by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) and the Snell Memorial Foundation. The bill's helmet requirement aims to enhance safety for younger users of these mobility devices by ensuring proper head protection. The new regulation will take effect on July 1, 2026, giving ample time for public awareness and implementation of the updated age requirement.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Now in State Affairs Committee (on 02/11/2026)
Official Document
bill text
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bill summary
| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2026/667 |
| Analysis - Government Operations Subcommittee (Post-Meeting) | https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2026/667/Analyses/h0667a.GOS.PDF |
| Analysis - Government Operations Subcommittee (Post-Meeting) | https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2026/667/Analyses/h0667.GOS.PDF |
| BillText | https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2026/667/BillText/Filed/PDF |
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