HB3626: Relating to vehicles.
Legislative Summary
The Act defines what a "powered micromobility device" is. It also combines the laws for kids under 16, making it clear that they must wear helmets when riding bikes, e-bikes, e-scooters and some other vehicles. Kids who are 12 and older can use e-scooters and certain e-bikes. ODOT must tell the public about these new laws. (Flesch Readability Score: 62.7). Defines "powered micromobility device" for the vehicle code. Consolidates and makes uniform standards for wearing protective headgear for children under 16 years of age when riding or using a bicycle, electric assisted bicycle, motor assisted scooter, powered micromobility device and certain nonmotorized vehicles. Provides that a person 12 years of age or older can use a motor assisted scooter or Class 1 or Class 2 electric assisted bicycle. Directs the Department of Transportation to undertake a public information campaign to inform the public about the changes to the law.
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Bill History
Amendments
Joint Committee On Transportation Amendment #-1
Joint Committee On Transportation (2025-03-17)