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NY S09360

NY S09360
Prohibits sellers of bicycles with electric assist, electric scooters, and motor-driven cycles from selling to persons less than sixteen years of age; requires valid proof of age at the point of purchase; establishes licensing requirements for bicycles with electric assist, electric scooters, and motor-driven cycles that can exceed twenty-eight miles per hour.


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Introduced
03/05/2026
In Committee
03/05/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

2025-2026 General Assembly

Bill Summary

AN ACT to amend the vehicle and traffic law, in relation to requiring all persons less than sixteen years of age to provide proof of age for the purchase of bicycles with electric assist, electric scooters, and motor-driven cycles

AI Summary

This bill prohibits sellers of electric-assist bicycles, electric scooters, and motor-driven cycles from selling these items to anyone under sixteen years of age, requiring valid proof of age at the point of purchase. Additionally, it establishes licensing requirements for electric-assist bicycles, electric scooters, and motor-driven cycles that can exceed twenty-eight miles per hour, mandating that purchasers of such vehicles must hold a valid class D, DJ, M, or MJ driver's license. The bill also defines a motor-driven cycle as a two or three-wheeled vehicle with a seat, powered by an engine or motor that can propel it up to thirty miles per hour, with specific engine displacement limits if applicable, and clarifies that these vehicles are considered limited use motorcycles or motorcycles when operated at speeds over thirty miles per hour.

Committee Categories

Transportation and Infrastructure

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

REFERRED TO TRANSPORTATION (on 03/05/2026)

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