West Haven has approved new boardwalk rules covering e-bikes and other electric-propulsion vehicles. Riders may still walk or manually pedal an e-bike, but using electric propulsion can result in a $100 fine.
Iowa recognizes Class 1, Class 2, and Class 3 e-bikes, but city, trail, and campus rules can differ. This guide explains Iowa’s 2026 750W update, age and equipment rules, sidewalks, popular trails, cities, schools, and universities.
Orange Beach has adopted new e-bike and micromobility rules, including reported 15 mph path limits, a 12 mph Backcountry Trail cap, pedestrian slow-down rules, and restrictions on higher-powered e-motos.
The National Park Service is proposing broader e-bike access on park roads and a simpler process for opening additional trails. Here’s what riders should know.
Utah’s expanded under-21 e-bike helmet law is already in effect. Here’s what riders and parents need to know about helmets, fines, age restrictions, and upcoming 2027 rules.
Illinois has created a legal path for some high-speed electric bikes beginning January 1, 2027. Here’s why most 40 mph e-bikes still may not qualify for street use.
Utah recognizes Class 1, 2, and 3 e-bikes, but age, helmet, sidewalk, campus, and trail rules vary. This guide explains the current 2026 law, 2027 youth changes, and important local rules.
Los Angeles City Council ordered a 90-day regulatory review covering e-bikes, e-motos and electric mopeds. The August 25 action did not create new riding restrictions.
Hilliard City Council adopted new e-bike rules August 24 covering youth helmets, enforcement and Class 3 path access. The new provisions are reported to take effect September 23.
Salt Lake County has advanced proposed e-bike rules for trails and pathways in unincorporated areas. The measure passed first reading August 25 but is not yet final law.
A state-by-state guide to electric scooter laws, including speed limits, age and helmet rules, licensing, registration, sidewalks, bike lanes, local restrictions, and high-speed scooter classifications.
Several New Jersey bike shops report sharp e-bike sales declines after new licensing and registration rules took effect, while lawmakers have a proposed alternative on file.
Centennial, Colorado has adopted new rules restricting Class 3 e-bikes on sidewalks and many trails while preserving roadway access and specific trail exceptions.
California lawmakers passed AB 2595 and AB 2346, two pending e-bike safety bills covering young riders, local speed limits, sales disclosures, lights and Class 2 speedometers.
A detailed guide to Rhode Island e-bike laws covering classes, rider age, helmets, roads, sidewalks, state bike paths, local city rules, campuses, federal land and popular trails.
The bipartisan Safe SPEEDS Act would direct CPSC to create federal e-bike and off-road electric-device classifications, clearer labels, age recommendations and better crash data.
Obetz, Ohio has adopted new e-bike safety rules requiring helmets for riders under 18, restricting minor passengers, and adding parental responsibility provisions.
La Mesa, California has moved beyond its 60-day warning period. Beginning August 11, violations of its under-12 Class 1 and Class 2 e-bike rule may result in a $25 citation.
San Mateo County supervisors advanced new e-bike and electric micromobility rules with a 5 mph sidewalk limit, fines up to $500 and new enforcement tools. The ordinance still needs to complete the adoption process.
Alaska does not have a simple statewide three-class e-bike system. This guide explains the current state framework, Anchorage rules, licensing, helmets, trails, cities, campuses, and ferry considerations.
Trumbull officials are developing a local e-bike ordinance after safety complaints involving youth riders. The proposal remains under development, with no final ordinance adopted.
New York City has ordered 42 online retailers to stop selling prohibited high-speed e-bikes, e-motos and scooters to city residents. Here is what the action covers and what buyers should check.
Understand Delaware e-bike classes, helmets, age limits, sidewalks, roads, trails, city differences, campus restrictions, and transit rules.
The New York City Council will hold a September 30 hearing on e-bike and e-scooter safety, including Class 3 sales, delivery apps, enforcement, and street design.
Deltona adopted an under-18 e-bike restriction, but the Volusia County sheriff has paused enforcement while seeking clarification. Here is what the ordinance requires.