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HB 266

AN ACT TO AMEND TITLE 21 OF THE DELAWARE CODE RELATING TO MOTORIZED SCOOTERS.

153rd General Assembly (2025-2026) Introduced by Darius Brown and 9 co-sponsors

Delaware establishes statewide motorized scooter safety and operation regulations to address liability gaps and standardize usage rules across jurisdictions.

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Bill Summary · HB 266

Legislative bill overview

HB 266 amends Delaware's motor vehicle code (Title 21) to establish regulations specifically governing motorized scooters. The bill passed the House with strong bipartisan support (41-0) and is now under Senate review in the Environment, Energy & Transportation Committee.

Why is this important

As motorized scooters have become increasingly common in urban and suburban areas, Delaware lacks comprehensive regulatory framework for their use, creating safety and liability gaps. Clear state-level regulations provide consistent rules for riders, operators, and municipalities while addressing public safety concerns around speed, age restrictions, and operational requirements.

Potential points of contention

  • Age and operator qualification requirements – Whether minimum age limits and licensing/training standards are appropriate, or if they create barriers to access
  • Speed and usage restrictions – Debate over where scooters can be ridden (sidewalks vs. streets) and maximum speed limits, balancing rider freedom with pedestrian safety
  • Municipal authority vs. state preemption – Whether cities retain local control to set their own scooter rules or if state mandates override local ordinances

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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