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HF 2811

Helmets required for operator of electric-assisted bicycles under the age of 18, and penalty provided.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Patty Acomb and 1 co-sponsor

Requires all riders under 18 to wear a helmet on electric-assisted bicycles in MN; imposes penalties for violations, aiming to boost minor safety and curb injuries.

Author added Acomb
#bicyclesandbikeways #childrenandminors #safety
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Bill Summary · HF 2811

HF 2811 — Summary

Purpose and Intent

HF 2811 proposes to improve safety for minors by requiring helmet use for anyone under 18 operating an electric-assisted bicycle (e-bike) in Minnesota. The bill title indicates a focus on helmet compliance and a specified penalty for violations. The provided information does not detail exemptions, specific helmet standards, or enrollment/education provisions.

Key Provisions (as indicated)

  • Helmet requirement: Operators under age 18 who are riding an electric-assisted bicycle would be required to wear a helmet.
  • Penalty: The bill provides for a penalty for violations. Specifics such as the amount, enforcement mechanism, or whether the offense is primary or secondary are not provided in the available text.
  • Scope: Applies to the operator of an e-bike who is under 18; the text does not specify provisions related to passengers or guardians, nor does it detail exemptions (if any).

Affected Parties

  • Minors under 18 who operate electric-assisted bicycles in Minnesota.
  • Potential secondary impacts on parents or guardians related to supervision or enforcement, though the provided summary does not specify guardian-related requirements.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • Introduction: HF 2811 was introduced to the Minnesota Legislature on March 26, 2025.
  • Legislative actions:
    • 2025-03-26: Introduction and first reading; referred to Transportation Finance and Policy.
    • 2025-04-22: Author added Acomb.
  • Companion legislation: SF 3236 in the Senate serves as the companion bill.
  • Status: The bill remains in the introductory/committee stage as of the latest actions provided.

Related Information

  • Subject areas include Bicycles and Bikeways, Children and Minors, and Safety.
  • The companion Senate bill is SF 3236, indicating parallel consideration in the Senate.

Next Steps and Considerations

  • The committee (Transportation Finance and Policy) will review, potentially amend, and decide whether to advance HF 2811.
  • If advanced, it would proceed to floor action in the House and, separately, the companion SF 3236 would move through the Senate.
  • Key details to watch for in subsequent text: definitions of “electric-assisted bicycle,” the exact penalty structure, any exemptions (e.g., out-of-state riders, during specific activities), enforcement mechanisms, and effective date.

This summary covers the information provided. For a fuller analysis, the bill’s full text and any fiscal notes or committee amendments would need to be reviewed.

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

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