This bill aims to enhance safety regulations regarding the use of lithium-ion batteries in powered mobility devices by prohibiting the reconditioning, sale, distribution, and use of second-use lithium-ion batteries that utilize cells from used storage batteries. Effective one year after the bill's enactment, individuals will not be allowed to assemble, recondition, or repair such batteries for powered mobility devices. Additionally, the bill restricts the charging and storage of these batteries in specific areas of multi-family residential properties and commercial buildings, including common areas, basements, and utility rooms.

The Department of Environmental Protection is tasked with creating a complaint process for violations and ensuring compliance through regular monitoring. Fire inspections at multi-family and commercial properties will now include checks for proper charging and storage of lithium-ion batteries. Violators will receive a warning for the first offense and face civil penalties of up to $2,000 for subsequent violations, with each noncompliant battery counted as a separate offense. Enforcement responsibilities will fall to the department and certified entities under the County Environmental Health Act.