The bill amends the Michigan Vehicle Code, specifically section 660, to clarify and update regulations regarding the operation of electric personal assistive mobility devices, low-speed vehicles, electric skateboards, and mopeds on roadways. Key changes include the replacement of the term "person" with "individual" throughout the section, emphasizing the responsibilities of individuals operating these vehicles. The bill also introduces specific conditions under which individuals operating two-wheeled motorcycles may pass between lines of traffic, provided certain safety criteria are met. Additionally, it establishes speed limits for electric personal assistive mobility devices and electric skateboards, and outlines the authority of local governing bodies to regulate their operation in various public spaces.

Furthermore, the bill specifies that individuals operating electric personal assistive mobility devices or electric skateboards must yield to pedestrians on sidewalks and provides guidelines for the operation of mopeds and low-speed vehicles, including restrictions on their use on sidewalks and speed limits. It also grants local authorities the power to regulate these vehicles based on public safety considerations, including the potential prohibition of their use in pedestrian-heavy areas or historic districts. Overall, the amendments aim to enhance safety and clarify the rights and responsibilities of individuals using these modes of transportation.

Statutes affected:
Senate Introduced Bill: 257.660