Louisiana HB606 modifies regulations for personal delivery devices, aligning their rights and duties with pedestrians and bicyclists.

Louisiana HB606 modifies regulations for personal delivery devices, aligning their rights and duties with pedestrians and bicyclists. The bill defines personal delivery devices as powered devices traveling at 20 mph or less, weighing under 500 pounds, and equipped with automated driving technology. It allows these devices to operate in pedestrian and nonpedestrian areas, provided they comply with traffic laws and do not obstruct or unreasonably interfere with other traffic. Local governments can regulate these devices for public safety, but regulations must be consistent with state law.

Louisiana HB606 modifies regulations for personal delivery devices, aligning their rights and duties with pedestrians and bicyclists.

Louisiana HB606 modifies regulations for personal delivery devices, aligning their rights and duties with pedestrians and bicyclists. The bill defines personal delivery devices as powered devices traveling at 20 mph or less, weighing under 500 pounds, and equipped with automated driving technology. It allows these devices to operate in pedestrian and nonpedestrian areas, provided they comply with traffic laws and do not obstruct or unreasonably interfere with other traffic. Local governments can regulate these devices for public safety, but regulations must be consistent with state law.