TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – E-bikes are becoming a contentious issue in recent months, with Orange County leaders even considering some strict new rules ahead of the upcoming school year.
But with all this going on, it’s important to remember that state lawmakers have already approved a new bill that would change the rules for e-bikes across the state.
The bill — SB 382 — would make a couple of changes to state statutes regarding e-bikes, including:
- Sidewalk Limits: Riders may not ride an e-bike over 10 mph on sidewalks if a pedestrian is within 50 feet.
- Local Parks: Riders on shared pathways at parks or other recreational areas must yield to pedestrians and give an “audible signal” before passing them.
Furthermore, SB 382 establishes a “Micromobility Device Safety Task Force,” responsible for recommending new rules that could help improve safety for devices like e-bikes…