Giannoulias says e-scooters, e-bikes on sidewalks a statewide issue as new law on Pritzker’s desk

A statewide safety measure aimed at curbing e-scooter and e-bike use on sidewalks is awaiting the governor’s signature after passing the Illinois House and Senate, as officials and pedestrians raise concerns about riders endangering people on foot.

The I-Team obtained new video showing e-scooter and e-bike riders traveling on Chicago sidewalks, swerving around and dodging pedestrians. The issue has persisted since shared scooter services arrived in the city, while individual riders throughout Chicago and Illinois have also purchased their own devices…

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