SPRINGFIELD, IL – Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias has announced a new statewide initiative aimed at improving safety and clarifying rules for e-bikes, e-motos, and other micromobility devices, as state officials say current laws have not kept pace with rapidly evolving technology. The program, called “Ride Safe, Ride Smart, Ride Ready,” is designed to…
New Jersey’s latest attempt to regulate electric bikes is sparking strong reactions across the state, with critics urging Governor Phil Murphy not to sign recently passed legislation they say could limit access and create confusion for everyday riders. The bill, which cleared the state legislature earlier this month, is part of a broader national trend…
Bay Village, Ohio, leaders are taking a closer look at e-bikes. Complaints from residents have been piling up, and city officials say it’s time to update the rules. The main concern? Safety. Many people have reported close calls between pedestrians and fast-moving e-bikes on sidewalks. Police Chief Robert Gillespie said the number of crashes is…
The New York City Council is considering a controversial bill that would require all e-bikes, electric scooters, and other legal motorized vehicles to be registered with the Department of Transportation (DOT), providing them with a distinctive identification number and license plate. While the bill, Intro 606, is framed as a way to increase public safety,…