Enhances safety for micromobility devices in Massachusetts by categorizing them into speed tiers, setting operational rules, and establishing safety.

The bill aims to enhance the safe use of micromobility devices in Massachusetts by categorizing them into speed tiers based on their maximum designed speed. It sets operational rules, safety standards, and restrictions for different speed tiers. For instance, speed tier 0 devices, which are unpowered or have a maximum speed of 20 mph, must be equipped with lights, brakes, and an audible warning. Speed tier 1 devices, with speeds between 21 and 30 mph, and speed tier 2 devices, with speeds between 31 and 40 mph, must also meet specific safety standards.

Enhances safety for micromobility devices in Massachusetts by categorizing them into speed tiers, setting operational rules, and establishing safety.

The bill aims to enhance the safe use of micromobility devices in Massachusetts by categorizing them into speed tiers based on their maximum designed speed. It sets operational rules, safety standards, and restrictions for different speed tiers. For instance, speed tier 0 devices, which are unpowered or have a maximum speed of 20 mph, must be equipped with lights, brakes, and an audible warning. Speed tier 1 devices, with speeds between 21 and 30 mph, and speed tier 2 devices, with speeds between 31 and 40 mph, must also meet specific safety standards.