The bill H. 3969 aims to regulate the operation of personal delivery devices in Richland County, South Carolina. It defines a "personal delivery device" as an electrically powered device designed for transporting cargo, with specific size and weight limitations. The bill outlines the responsibilities of operators, who must be at least sixteen years old, and establishes that these devices can operate in pedestrian areas and on highways under certain conditions. Key operational requirements include monitoring by an operator, speed limits of ten miles per hour in pedestrian areas and on highways, and adherence to traffic regulations. Additionally, personal delivery devices must be equipped with safety features such as a braking system and visible lights for nighttime operation.

The legislation also allows local governments in Richland County to regulate the operation of personal delivery devices through ordinances, provided they do not prohibit their use. Furthermore, businesses operating these devices are required to maintain a general liability insurance policy with coverage of at least five hundred thousand dollars per claim. The provisions of this bill will be repealed three years after enactment, and it will take effect upon the Governor's approval.