The bill amends section 316.20655 of the Florida Statutes to establish new regulations for the operation of electric bicycles. It mandates that individuals operating electric bicycles on shared pathways yield to pedestrians and provide an audible signal before passing them. Additionally, it restricts the speed of electric bicycles on sidewalks or pedestrian-designated areas to no more than 10 miles per hour when a pedestrian is within 50 feet. Noncompliance with these regulations is classified as a noncriminal traffic infraction, punishable as a nonmoving violation.

Furthermore, the bill creates the Micromobility Device Safety Task Force, which will operate under the Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles. The task force's purpose is to evaluate and recommend improvements to the laws and regulations governing micromobility devices to enhance safety and reduce traffic incidents. It will consist of various appointed members, including representatives from law enforcement, the micromobility industry, and medical professionals. The task force is required to meet regularly, prepare a report with legislative recommendations by October 1, 2026, and will expire upon submission of this report. Additionally, law enforcement agencies will be required to maintain a list of traffic crashes involving micromobility devices and submit reports to the Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles by specified deadlines.

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