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IL HB4742

IL HB4742
VEH-ELECTRIC MOBILE DEVICE DEF


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Introduced
02/02/2026
In Committee
02/24/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

104th General Assembly

Bill Summary

Amends the Illinois Vehicle Code. Changes the definition of "electric personal assistive mobility device" to mean a self-balancing 2 non-tandem wheeled device lacking pedals designed to transport only one person that is battery-powered or has an electric propulsion system that limits the maximum speed of the device to 15 miles per hour or less. Includes in the definition of "electric personal assistive mobility device" a device that is currently out-of-class. Excludes from the definition of "electric personal assistive mobility device" a low-speed electric bicycle, low-speed scooter, motorcycle, or motor vehicle.

AI Summary

This bill amends the Illinois Vehicle Code to update the definition of an "electric personal assistive mobility device," which refers to devices like Segways or similar personal transporters. The changes clarify that these devices must be self-balancing, have two wheels that are not in line (non-tandem), lack pedals, and are powered by batteries or an electric system that caps their speed at 15 miles per hour or less. Importantly, the bill explicitly includes devices that might not fit current classifications, such as Onewheels and electric unicycles, recognizing new types of personal electric transportation. However, it also clarifies that this definition does not apply to low-speed electric bicycles, low-speed scooters, motorcycles, or regular motor vehicles.

Committee Categories

Transportation and Infrastructure

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Assigned to Transportation: Vehicles & Safety (on 02/24/2026)

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