H3761
An Act definition and requirements of motorized vehicle
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Bill overview
This bill aims to establish clear definitions and requirements for electric bicycles and motorized scooters in Massachusetts. It seeks to standardize registration processes and insurance standards for these vehicles, ensuring they operate safely and legally within the state’s transportation system. The bill intends to provide a framework for regulating these increasingly popular modes of transportation, addressing potential safety concerns and clarifying consumer protections.
Key provisions
- Defines ‘electric bicycle’ and ‘motorized scooter’ for registration purposes.
- Establishes requirements for registration of these vehicles.
- Mandates insurance coverage for operators of electric bicycles and motorized scooters.
- Specifies safety standards and equipment requirements.
- Addresses operational restrictions, such as where these vehicles can be used.
Who is affected
- Electric bicycle and motorized scooter operators
- Retailers selling electric bicycles and motorized scooters
- Insurance companies
- The Massachusetts Department of Transportation
- Consumers purchasing electric bicycles and motorized scooters
Notable changes
- Creates specific regulations for electric bicycles and motorized scooters, which may previously have been subject to less defined rules.
- Likely requires registration and insurance for these vehicles, potentially expanding coverage.
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Primary sponsor
Kelly W. Pease
Cosponsor
Kelly W. Pease
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Bill H.3761 194th (Current)
An Act definition and requirements of motorized vehicle
By Representative Pease of Westfield, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3761) of Kelly W. Pease relative to the registration and insurance of electric bicycles and motorized scooters,. Transportation.
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Bill Information
Bill Information
Presenter: Kelly W. Pease Status: Referred to Joint Committee on Transportation
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Bill History
Displaying 6 actions for Bill H.3761
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on Transportation |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 6/16/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 06/24/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in B-2 |
| 6/18/2025 | Joint | Hearing rescheduled to 06/24/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2 |
| 9/18/2025 | House | Reporting date extended to Wednesday, March 18, 2026 |
| 3/19/2026 | House | Reporting date extended to Friday, July 31, 2026 |
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