Lawmakers consider bill that could lead to e-bike fees, mandates in the future

(The Center Square) – State lawmakers are considering a proposal that could lead to imposing fees on electric bikes to ensure that owners “pay their fair share” for using public roadways like other vehicles.

The Senate Transportation Committee held a hearing on Senate Bill 6110 on Monday. If approved, the proposal would clarify what’s considered an e-bike and direct a group to consider imposing regulations on owners. Those mandates could require insurance and the payment of registration and licensing fees.​

The idea follows a $4 million program that the state distributed last year to income-eligible applicants as instant rebates for e...