What's happening
This bill requires e-scooter apps in New York to display a warning that users must be 18 or older.
Why it matters
This bill targets all e-scooter service platforms operating anywhere in New York State. , meaning it will have a statewide impact, not just in major cities like New York City but also in smaller towns where e-scooter sharing is available.
It introduces clear civil penalties for companies that fail to display the required age warning. , with fines starting at $250 for a first offense and $500 for subsequent offenses, signaling a significant new enforcement measure for local governments and consumer protection authorities.
The law empowers local municipalities to collect and retain fines from violations. , providing an incentive for local consumer affairs offices and legal authorities to actively enforce this provision, which could increase local oversight of e-scooter companies and change how these platforms operate in different parts of the state.
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Who cares
Electric Scooter Service Platforms
Companies that operate e-scooter sharing services in New York would be directly affected, as they must update their apps and scooters to include the required age restriction warning, and face penalties for non-compliance.
Consumers and E-Scooter Users
Individuals who use or might use electric scooters, especially those under 18 or their guardians, would need to be aware of stricter age limits and warning labels, impacting access for minors.
Municipal and Local Governments
City and town consumer affairs offices, attorneys, and other officials would have new enforcement responsibilities and would receive any penalties collected for violations.
Consumer Safety Advocates
Organizations focused on road safety, youth protection, or responsible micromobility use would be interested in the additional age disclosure and enforcement provisions.
Headline styles
E-Scooter App Warning Labels
Plain English, a few words. Used as the page title.
Sponsors
Senator · Senate District 14
1 Co-sponsor
History
- Returned to senate
- Passed assembly
- Ordered to third reading rules cal.522
- Substituted for A11284
- Referred to codes
- Delivered to assembly
- Passed senateVote 59–1
- Ordered to third reading cal.1511
- Committee discharged and committed to rules
- Referred to consumer protection
Companion bill
The same bill in the other chamber. A bill becomes law when one version passes both houses and the governor signs it, so either number can carry it.
Require E-Scooter App Warnings
Assembly Floor Calendar · Sponsor Sam Berger
Full text
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STATE OF NEW YORK
10239
IN SENATE
May 8, 2026
Introduced by Sen. COMRIE -- read twice and ordered printed, and when printed to be committed to the Committee on Consumer Protection
AN ACT to amend the general business law, in relation to e-scooter mobile app disclosures
The People of the State of New York, represented in Senate and Assembly, do enact as follows:
Section 1. The general business law is amended by adding a new section 391-ccc to read as follows:
§ 391-ccc. Electric scooter mobile app disclosure. 1. As used in this section:
(a) "Electric scooter service platform" means a person, corporation, partnership, sole proprietorship, or other entity operating in New York state that owns, leases, or controls more than two electric scooters and provides them for use by the public, where access to and operation of such scooters is through using a digital network.
(b) "Digital network" means any electronic system or service offered or utilized by an electric scooter service platform that through the use of an app accessed through a phone, tablet, computer, or a digital token, digital key, or substantially similar technology, enables the unlocking, access, operation, docking, charging, and payment for use of a scooter.
2. No electric scooter service platform operating a digital network shall be permitted to operate electric scooters in this state unless such platform displays, in a clear and conspicuous manner on such electric scooter or when a user accesses or uses such operator's digital network through a website, online application, or mobile application, a warning label which shall contain the following text: "WARNING: NO PERSON UNDER THE AGE OF EIGHTEEN YEARS IS PERMITTED TO OPERATE OR RIDE AN ELECTRIC SCOOTER THROUGH THIS PLATFORM."
3. Any entity that violates the provisions of subdivision two of this section shall be subject to a civil penalty of up to two hundred fifty dollars for a first offense and up to five hundred dollars for any subsequent offense. The provisions of this section shall be enforced concurrently by the director or commissioner of a municipal consumer
EXPLANATION--Matter in italics (underscored) is new; matter in brackets
[ ] is old law to be omitted.
LBD15792-01-6
affairs office, or by the town attorney, city corporation counsel, or other lawful designee of a municipal or local government, and all moneys collected thereunder shall be retained by such municipality or local government.
§ 2. This act shall take effect on the one hundred eightieth day after it shall have become a law.
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Sponsor's memo
Title of bill
An act to amend the general business law, in relation to e-scooter mobile app disclosures
Purpose or general idea of bill
To enhance consumer safety by requiring electric scooter service plat- forms to provide clear and conspicuous warnings regarding age restrictions.
Summary of provisions
Section 1 of the bill adds a new section 391-CCC to the general business law. It defines key terms, including "electric scooter service platform" and "digital network."
The bill requires that electric scooter service platforms display speci- fied warning messages either directly on the scooter or within the plat- form's digital interface (such as a mobile application). These warnings must inform users that individuals under the age of eighteen are prohib- ited from operating or riding such scooters.
The bill establishes civil penalties for violations, not to exceed $250 for a first offense and $500 for subsequent offenses. Enforcement authority is granted to local consumer affairs offices and municipal legal officers, with collected penalties retained by the enforcing locality.
Section 2 provides that the act shall take effect 180 days after it becomes law.
Justification
The rapid expansion of electric scooter rental services has introduced new safety concerns, particularly regarding underage use. Users may not always receive clear or consistent safety information when accessing these platforms.
This bill requires standardized, conspicuous warnings to ensure users are aware of age restrictions. Providing this information promotes safer use and supports compliance with existing law.
Prior legislative history
New bill.
Fiscal implications for state and local governments
None.
Effective date
This act shall take effect on the one hundred eightieth day after it shall have become a law.
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