SF3236

Helmets requirement for operators of electric-assisted bicycles under the age of 18

Chamber Passed·5/16/26

Minnesota SF3236 mandates helmets for operators of electric-assisted bicycles under 18.

Minnesota SF3236 amends state statutes to require individuals under 18 years old to wear an approved helmet while operating an electric-assisted bicycle. The bill specifies that the local authority or state agency may regulate the operation of electric-assisted bicycles on designated paths, trails, or shared use paths. Violators of the helmet requirement face a fine.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed the Senate · May 16
Current
Transportation Finance and Policy Committee
Next
House floor vote

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

May 12

8:30 AM

Senate Finance

May 7

12:00 AM

Senate Rules and Administration

History

May 16

Senate

Authors added Seeberger; Gustafson

May 16

House

Received from Senate

May 16

House

Senate file first reading, referred to Transportation Finance and Policy