Assembly bill · A5997 (2025-26)
Relates to the sale of bicycles with electric assist and electric scooters
New York State Assembly
Sponsor: Deborah Glick (Assembly Member, District 66, Democratic)
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Summary
Prohibits the sale of bicycles with electric assist and electric scooters unless they are equipped with a fireproof battery container for the safe storage of the battery used as the principal electric power source.
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Amends the General Business Law.
Where it stands
Assigned to a committee for review.
- Introduced
- In committee
- Up for a vote
- Passed one chamber
- Passed
- Enacted
Committee
Consumer Affairs and Protection · New York State Assembly
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Full history
- Jan 7, 2026
Referred to committee
REFERRED TO CONSUMER AFFAIRS AND PROTECTION
NY Assembly
- Feb 25, 2025
Referred to committee
REFERRED TO CONSUMER AFFAIRS AND PROTECTION
NY Assembly
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