Right now there is a proposed bill requiring insurance, registration and a license to ride ANY e-bike in NJ, including low speed e-bikes that go under 20mph. This bill lumps all low speed e-bikes with higher speed devices under the term “motorized bicycles” and eliminates the current classifications for different types of e-bikes.
The bill (S4834/A6235) has been rapidly moving through the legislature, being rushed through committees, and could have a final vote any day, despite unanimous opposition from transportation advocacy organizations.
The Bicycle Coalition and our NJ advocacy partners have testified at multiple hearings in opposition to the current legislation and continue to track its progress through the statehouse, without amendments.
We need your help to reach out and inform the legislature about the unintended consequences of this bill before it’s too late!
Read more: New Jersey Senate Once Again Proposes to Scrap Low-Speed E-Bike Designation
Safe streets are a right, not a privilege. We’re creating a stronger community WITH YOU! Investing in our year-round advocacy and education work makes Greater Philadelphia a safer and more fun place to ride—right now, the Coalition is asking 750 folks to join or renew their support for another year to continue that work. More info here.
