New York · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
A 5997: Relates to the sale of bicycles with electric assist and electric scooters
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
A 5997 is a bill introduced in the New York House on February 25, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Relates to the sale of bicycles with electric assist and electric scooters. Primary sponsor: Deborah Glick (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (January 7, 2026): REFERRED TO CONSUMER AFFAIRS AND PROTECTION.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
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.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deborah Glick | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 66 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- REFERRED TO CONSUMER AFFAIRS AND PROTECTION
- REFERRED TO CONSUMER AFFAIRS AND PROTECTION