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Committee advances bill to classify fast electric devices and create 'low‑power moped' category
Summary
SB 455 would define low‑power mopeds, clarify what is and is not an e‑bike and require labeling and notification rules; the committee passed the bill to Appropriations after mixed testimony from bike advocates, industry and safety groups.
Senator Blake Spear introduced SB 455 to clarify state law about electric bicycles and to create a new category, "low‑power mopeds," for certain two‑ and three‑wheel electric devices that exceed the statutory e‑bike speed or power limits.
Spear said e‑bikes are important for reducing car trips and meeting climate goals and described personal experience: "E‑bikes have…
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