The bill aims to regulate the operation of electric bicycles in Florida by amending existing laws and establishing new provisions. It introduces specific requirements for electric bicycle operators, such as yielding to pedestrians on shared pathways and limiting speed to 10 miles per hour when near pedestrians on sidewalks. Noncompliance with these regulations will result in a noncriminal traffic infraction. Additionally, the bill creates the Electric Bicycle Safety Task Force, which will be responsible for examining and recommending improvements to state laws and regulations governing electric bicycles to enhance safety and reduce traffic incidents.

The task force will consist of various appointed members, including representatives from law enforcement, the electric bicycle industry, and medical professionals, and is required to convene within 30 days of the bill's enactment. It will meet regularly and is tasked with submitting a report to the Governor and Legislature by October 1, 2026, detailing legislative recommendations for improving electric bicycle safety. Furthermore, law enforcement agencies will be required to maintain and report statistics on electric bicycle-related traffic crashes, with a comprehensive report due to the Governor and Legislature by October 31, 2026. The provisions of the task force will expire on October 1, 2026, unless extended.

Statutes affected:
H 243 Filed: 316.068, 316.069, 316.2085, 320.01, 322.01, 322.1615, 322.12, 316.306, 655.960