NYC Considers License Plates for E-Bikes to Enhance Safety and Accountability

City Council debates proposed legislation requiring registration for e-bikes as concerns grow over street safety and rider accountability.

The proposed bill, named 'Priscilla's Law,' would mandate license plates and state registration for e-bikes and scooters to improve oversight and accountability.
Supporters argue the legislation could reduce reckless riding, increase enforcement of traffic laws, and address safety concerns for pedestrians and riders alike.
Critics, including NYC's transportation commissioner, contend that existing enforcement tools are sufficient and question the necessity of registration fees for e-bikes.
E-bike-related incidents have resulted in 47 deaths over the past five years, though city data shows motor vehicles remain the leading cause of pedestrian fatalities.
The bill has gained bipartisan support and aims to hold delivery companies accountable for unsafe practices incentivizing reckless riding.