This bill amends various sections of Florida Statutes to establish regulations and definitions related to electric bicycles, scooters, and motorcycles. It introduces a new definition for "electric motorcycle" as any motorcycle powered by an electric motor of 750 watts or more capable of exceeding 28 miles per hour. The bill also revises the existing definition of "motorcycle" to include electric motorcycles and mandates that crash reports include specific information regarding incidents involving motorized scooters, electric bicycles, and electric motorcycles. Additionally, the state is required to maintain statistics on crashes involving these vehicles.

The legislation imposes penalties for the modification of electric bicycles and prohibits the operation of class 3 electric bicycles without a valid driver's license. It also requires that a minimum number of questions in the Class E driver license test cover safe operation of electric bicycles and motorized scooters. Other amendments include the requirement for learners' driver education courses to address sharing the road with bicycles and vulnerable road users. The bill aims to enhance safety and regulation for electric bicycles and motorcycles while ensuring that relevant statistics are collected and reported. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2027.

Statutes affected:
S 382 Filed: 316.068, 316.069, 316.2085, 320.01, 322.01, 322.12, 322.1615, 316.306, 655.960