Pennsylvania SR 322: A Resolution directing the Joint State Government Commission to conduct a study and issue a report with recommendations for an updated statutory and regulatory framework for electric bicycles.

Bill Text

PRINTER'S NO. 1727
THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF PENNSYLVANIA
SENATE RESOLUTION
No. 322
Session of
2026
INTRODUCED BY MALONE, PICOZZI, KEARNEY, FONTANA, SCHWANK AND
CAPPELLETTI, MAY 20, 2026
REFERRED TO TRANSPORTATION, MAY 20, 2026
A RESOLUTION
Directing the Joint State Government Commission to conduct a
study and issue a report with recommendations for an updated
statutory and regulatory framework for electric bicycles.
WHEREAS, Pedalcycles with electric assist, known as electric
bicycles or e-bikes, are bicycles that utilize an electric motor
system for propulsion; and
WHEREAS, Electric bicycles are a sustainable form of
transportation and emit low levels of carbon dioxide when
compared to other modes of transportation; and
WHEREAS, Sales of electric bicycles have nearly quadrupled in
this decade; and
WHEREAS, Newer models of electric bicycles are exhibiting
greater power, longer range and greater potential for various
uses; and
WHEREAS, Newer models of electric bicycles include electric
bicycles designed for urban use, mountain and trail use,
electric bicycles designed to carry heavy cargo and foldable
electric bicycles that can be easily transported on modes of
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public transportation; and
WHEREAS, Newer models of electric bicycles have proven to
make transportation more affordable when compared to typical
passenger vehicles; and
WHEREAS, Pennsylvania law regarding electric bicycles has not
been updated since 2014, when electric bicycles were less
efficient and sustainable; and
WHEREAS, It is necessary that the laws of this Commonwealth
be updated in accordance with recent innovations evident in
modern electric bicycle technology to ensure the safety of the
traveling public; therefore be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate direct the Joint State Government
Commission to conduct a study and issue a report with
recommendations for an updated statutory and regulatory
framework for electric bicycles; and be it further
RESOLVED, That the study include and examine the following:
(1) rider, pedestrian and other vehicle safety;
(2) public infrastructure development for maximized
conventional and electric bicycle utility; and
(3) electric bicycle permitting that recognizes the
increased capabilities and possible hazards of modern
electric bicycles;
and be it further
RESOLVED, That the Joint State Government Commission submit
the report to the President pro tempore of the Senate and to the
members of the Transportation Committee of the Senate no later
than one year after the adoption of this resolution.
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