SB 455
Electric bicycles.
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Bill overview
This bill updates California’s Vehicle Code to clarify the definition and regulation of electric bicycles and low-power mopeds. It requires manufacturers to permanently mark these devices with specific identification information, including brand, manufacturer, and motor wattage, and establishes rules for their operation, such as licensing and helmet requirements. The bill also exempts low-power mopeds from vehicle registration and financial responsibility requirements and prohibits their operation on certain public roadways. Finally, it addresses customer notification requirements for older electric bicycles that no longer meet current definitions.
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