New York School District Bans E-Bikes and E-Scooters on Campus After Safety Concerns

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Last Updated on February 16, 2026 by Kristina

A Long Island school district has officially banned e-bikes and e-scooters from all school property, marking one of the first district-wide policies of its kind in New York.

  • District: Hicksville Public Schools, NY
  • Effective date: January 21, 2026
  • Devices banned: E-bikes and e-scooters
  • Applies to: All school property
  • Reason: Safety concerns and supervision limitations

District-Wide Ban Takes Effect

The Hicksville Public School District implemented the rule after its Board of Education approved an update to the district’s Code of Conduct. The policy prohibits students from bringing or using e-bikes or electric scooters anywhere on school grounds, including:

  • Parking lots
  • Walkways
  • Bike racks
  • Entrances
  • Athletic fields and common areas

The restriction applies to every school in the district, rather than individual campuses setting their own rules.

Why the District Made the Decision

School officials cited student safety as the primary motivation. Administrators pointed to recent incidents involving electric mobility devices, along with concerns about underage riders and supervision challenges…

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