The bill, known as Duke's Law, establishes new regulations regarding the operation of electric-assisted scooters and bicycles for individuals aged 17 and under. It mandates that these individuals must wear helmets that meet the safety standards set by the United States Product Safety Commission. Law enforcement officers are required to issue warning citations for violations of this helmet requirement and distribute educational materials on helmet use developed by the Kansas Department of Transportation. Additionally, the Department is tasked with creating a public education program to promote helmet use among children operating these vehicles.

The bill also amends existing definitions and regulations related to electric-assisted scooters and bicycles, including the specifications for what constitutes an electric-assisted scooter. It prohibits the operation of electric-assisted scooters on interstate, federal, or state highways and restricts their use by individuals aged 13 and under on public roads. Furthermore, it allows local governing bodies to impose additional restrictions on the operation of these scooters within their jurisdictions. The bill repeals certain existing statutes related to electric-assisted scooters and bicycles, streamlining the legal framework governing their use.

Statutes affected:
As introduced: 8-126, 8-1498, 8-15