The New York Senate has passed legislation to make e-scooters and motor-assisted bikes legal in the state.
New York may finally be ready to authorize the use of electronic scooters and motor-assisted bikes on city streets and sidewalks after years of opposition. New York City and other towns will be able to decide if and how these cars can operate within their borders, thanks to a bill adopted by state legislators. Companies that operate scooter-share operations in other states, such as Bird, Lime, Spin, Uber, and Lyft, may enter the New York market soon once the bill is signed. On the other hand, Governor Cuomo is apprehensive of the potential consequences of these vehicles and is still debating whether the measure should be rejected or modified. Among the issues that he and others are concerned about are: Pedestrian danger: The governor is concerned that permitting motorized vehicles on sidewalks may result in a severe pedestrian accident. As a result, even if the bill is passed, New York State or individual communities may continue to prohibit the use of side...