This bill aims to enhance safety regulations surrounding lithium-ion batteries and low-speed electric bicycles and scooters in New Jersey. It prohibits the assembly, reconditioning, or sale of lithium-ion batteries using cells from used storage batteries for these devices. Additionally, it establishes that no low-speed electric bicycles, motorized bicycles, low-speed electric scooters, or motorized scooters can be sold, leased, or rented unless their electrical systems are certified for compliance with specific safety standards. Violations of these provisions can result in a written warning for the first offense and a civil penalty of up to $1,000 for subsequent violations within two years.

Furthermore, the bill mandates that businesses using low-speed electric bicycles or motorized bicycles for commercial purposes provide fire safety materials to their employees. The Division of Highway Traffic Safety is tasked with developing an informational campaign to educate the public about fire risks associated with these devices and the necessary safety measures. This campaign will cover aspects such as purchasing, maintenance, and storage of the bicycles and batteries. The division is also required to submit annual reports to the Governor and Legislature detailing incidents of fires caused by these devices and reviewing existing safety regulations, thereby ensuring ongoing oversight and improvement of fire safety measures related to low-speed electric bicycles and scooters.