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Marin County could ban certain e-bikes for riders under 16

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SAN RAFAEL, Calif. (KRON) -- Marin County leaders on Tuesday will consider banning children from riding certain types of e-bikes. Supporters of the measure are raising concerns over safety. State Assembly Bill 1778 allows local governments to put restrictions on “Class 2” e-bikes. These e-bikes that feature a throttle can go a maximum of 20 miles per hour. On Tuesday, the Marin County Board of Supervisors will consider hitting the brakes on this…

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Marin County could ban certain e-bikes for riders under 16

SAN RAFAEL, Calif. (KRON) -- Marin County leaders on Tuesday will consider banning children from riding certain types of e-bikes. Supporters of the measure are raising concerns over safety. State Assembly Bill 1778 allows local governments to put restrictions on “Class 2” e-bikes. These e-bikes that feature a throttle can go a maximum of 20 miles per hour. On Tuesday, the Marin County Board of Supervisors will consider hitting the brakes on this…

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Marin County could be among 1st in state to regulate e-bikes for kids

Marin County could soon become one of the first counties in California to regulate the use of electric bikes for children under 16.

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Marin County supervisors take initial steps to throttle e-bike usage for riders under 16 - Local News Matters

The Marin County Board of Supervisors is one step closer to banning youth under the age of 16 from riding certain electric bikes after approving the first reading of an ordinance Tuesday.Public safety concerns over children riding class 2 e-bikes with throttles has prompted Marin County to consider implementing tighter regulations.E-bikes, which use electronic motors to power acceleration, have surged in popularity in recent years nationwide. In…

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KTVU FOX 2 broke the news in Oakland, United States on Tuesday, March 25, 2025.
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