The proposed bill, General Assembly Proposed Bill No. 5673, seeks to amend the Connecticut Hydrogen and Electric Automobile Purchase Rebate Program by modifying the eligibility criteria for electric bicycles. Specifically, it aims to repeal the existing three-thousand-dollar maximum manufacturer base price requirement for electric bicycles to qualify for a rebate. This change is particularly focused on adaptive electric bicycles or mobility devices, excluding wheelchairs, that are purchased based on a physician's prescription.

The intent of this legislation is to expand access to rebates for individuals who require adaptive electric bicycles for mobility, thereby promoting the use of environmentally friendly transportation options. By removing the price cap, the bill allows for a broader range of eligible products, potentially increasing the number of individuals who can benefit from the rebate program.