Key New York lawmakers are pushing for legislation requiring 16- and 17-year-old Citi Bike users to wear helmets, citing safety concerns. Assembly bill 590, sponsored by Amy Paulin, targets e-bike users specifically. Critics warn that such laws could lead to reduced ridership and potential racial profiling among enforcement. Despite evidence suggesting individual safety benefits from helmets, lawmakers are not prioritizing the potential negative impacts on bike-sharing rates, particularly during a time of growing congestion and climate change concerns in urban areas.
Studies show helmet laws can lead to a decrease in bike-share ridership, particularly among vulnerable populations, while lawmakers focus on cyclist safety.
Citi Bike's current rules state that anyone over 16 can rent e-bikes, although a proposed law would require helmets for 16- and 17-year-olds.
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