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Panel adopts first substitute for e-bike bill, then holds it to work out insurance and implementation issues
Summary
The committee adopted a first substitute to HB381 to update e-bike classifications, require a short safety course for independent use, and treat high-speed devices like motorcycles in some respects. After testimony raising insurance coverage and local-control questions, the committee adopted the substitute and then voted to hold the bill for further work.
Representative Cutler presented the first substitute to HB381, a broad package of electric-bicycle and micro-mobility amendments that creates a new “high-powered electric device” category, clarifies class 1–3 distinctions, adds labeling requirements, proposes a short safety course for independent street use, and tightens helmet and training requirements for faster devices. “Our goal is to get more kids riding bikes and more kids riding bikes safely and independently,” the sponsor said while outlining device classes and training proposals.
Key provisions in the proposed substitute include: - Device classification: Class 1 (pedal-assist, up to 20 mph), Class 2 (throttle, up to 20 mph), Class 3 (pedal-assist, up to 28 mph) and a new high-powered category for devices…
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