Kansas HB2459 mandates helmet use for minors operating electric-assisted scooters or bicycles and modifies scooter specifications and speed limits.
Kansas HB2459 requires individuals aged 17 and under to wear helmets when operating electric-assisted scooters or bicycles. It modifies the definition of electric-assisted scooters to include specifications such as weight, motor power, and maximum speed. The bill also prohibits minors from operating electric-assisted scooters on public highways, streets, or sidewalks. Law enforcement officers are mandated to issue warning citations to violators and distribute helmet educational materials developed by the Kansas Department of Transportation.
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