New state law restricting e-bikes use by kids goes into effect on June 10

A new law will go into effect on June 11, restricting the use of e-bikes by kids ages 12 to 16 and designating any e-bike capable of exceeding 20 mph as an ‘electric motorcycle.”

The law comes on the heels of a wave of accidents involving e-bikes or scooters across the state.

The law amends existing legislation to designate any e-bike capable of exceeding 20 mph as an ‘electric motorcycle.’ This designation comes with a licensing requirement that could significantly limit access for riders under 16…

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