New York · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
S 8739: Relates to penalties for failure of an operator to return shared electric scooters and bicycles to a proper location
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
S 8739 is a bill introduced in the New York Senate on January 8, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Relates to penalties for failure of an operator to return shared electric scooters and bicycles to a proper location. Primary sponsor: Luis Sepúlveda (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (January 8, 2026): REFERRED TO CONSUMER PROTECTION.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Requires entities which operate a system of shared electric bicycles or scooters to impose penalties for failure of an operator or borrower to return a shared electric scooter or bicycle to a proper location.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Luis Sepúlveda | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 32 |
“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 PROTECTION